Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes E class engine produces 34 HP more power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 140 NM more than BMW 5 series. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.6
6.6
Real fuel consumption:
8.6 l/100km
7.7 l/100km
The BMW 5 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes E class consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes E class could require 150 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes E class consumes 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series.
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class is 6 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes E class is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
695 litres
500 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1950 litres
1650 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes E class has 195 litres more trunk space than the BMW 5 series. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes E class (by 300 litres).
Turning diameter:
11.2 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.2 metres more than that of the BMW 5 series.
Mercedes E class has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for BMW 5 series, so Mercedes E class quality could be a bit better.
