In general, BMW 5 series are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Mercedes C class. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
5.1 - 12.0
4.5 - 11.0
Mercedes C class petrol engines consumes on average 0.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than BMW 5 series. On average, Mercedes C class equipped with diesel engines consume 0.5 litres less 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!
Mercedes C class is smaller. Mercedes C class is 31 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, 9 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes C class is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
475 litres
520 litres
BMW 5 series has more luggage space. Mercedes C class has 45 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series.
Turning diameter:
11.1 meters
12 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 0.9 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Mercedes C class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight:
~ 2`106 kg
~ 2`305 kg
Net weight:
~ 1`593 kg
~ 1`699 kg
Load capacity:
~ 513 kg
~ 606 kg
Mercedes C class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 18 procentiem less than BMW 5 series. Therefore, BMW 5 series is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
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.
