Mercedes E class petrol engines consumes on average 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW 5 series. On average, Mercedes E class equipped with diesel engines consume 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Dimensions
Length:
4.90 m
4.91 m
Width:
1.85 m
1.86 m
Height:
1.51 m
1.46 m
Mercedes E class is smaller, but higher. Mercedes E class is 1 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes E class is 5 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
695 litres
560 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1950 litres
1670 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Mercedes E class has 135 litres more trunk space than the BMW 5 series. The BMW 5 series may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes E class (by 280 litres).
Turning diameter:
11.2 meters
12 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.8 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Mercedes E class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg):
~ 2`449
~ 2`421
Safety:
BMW 5 series scores higher in safety tests. The BMW 5 series scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
