Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes E class engine produces 91 HP more power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 50 NM more than BMW 5 series. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
4.8
5.9
The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes E class consumes 1.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that by driving the Mercedes E class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 165 litres of fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
66 litres
68 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1370 km in combined cycle
1150 km in combined cycle
Mercedes E class gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Dimensions
Length:
4.92 m
4.96 m
Width:
1.85 m
1.87 m
Height:
1.46 m
1.48 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class is 4 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes E class is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
no data
530 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1470 litres
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Turning diameter:
11.9 meters
12.4 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.5 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.
