Mercedes C class 2021 vs BMW 5 series 2020
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engines: | 1.5 - 2.0 | 1.6 - 4.4 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 163 - 408 HP | 163 - 530 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 - 550 NM | 250 - 750 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.6 - 8.6 seconds | 3.8 - 8.3 seconds | |
| 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): | 0.8 - 9.1 | 1.8 - 10.7 | |
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On average, the Mercedes C class petrol engines consume nearly the same amount of fuel per 100 km as BMW 5 series. On average, Mercedes C class equipped with diesel engines consume 0.1 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! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 97 mm (3.8 inches) | 131 - 150 mm (5.2 - 5.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 5 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.76 m | 4.96 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.87 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.48 m | |
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Mercedes C class is smaller. Mercedes C class is 21 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes C class is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 455 litres | 530 litres | |
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BMW 5 series has more luggage space. Mercedes C class has 75 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 12.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 0.4 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`358 kg | ~ 2`438 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`676 kg | ~ 1`762 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 682 kg | ~ 676 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 42 000 | 43 800 | |
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