Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes E class engine produces 74 HP more power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 80 NM more than BMW 5 series. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.6 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
6.8
Fuel tank capacity:
66 litres
68 litres
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:
540 litres
530 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1470 litres
no data
Even though the car is shorter, Mercedes E class has 10 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.
Turning diameter:
11.6 meters
12 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.4 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.
