The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox:
Manual
Manual
Engine:
2.1 Diesel
2.0 Diesel
Performance
Power:
150 HP
163 HP
Torque:
340 NM
340 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
10.6 seconds
8.6 seconds
BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class engine produces 13 HP less power than BMW 5 series, the torque is the same for both cars. Due to the lower power, Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 2 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.9
5.9
Real fuel consumption:
7.2 l/100km
6.9 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 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series.
Fuel tank capacity:
70 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1010 km in combined cycle
1180 km in combined cycle
1320 km on highway
1480 km on highway
970 km with real consumption
1010 km with real consumption
BMW 5 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Dimensions
Length:
4.85 m
4.84 m
Width:
1.82 m
1.85 m
Height:
1.50 m
1.47 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class is 1 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes E class is 3 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
690 litres
520 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1950 litres
520 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes E class has 170 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 1430 litres).
Turning diameter:
11.4 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.4 metres more than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Mercedes E class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
BMW 5 series has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Mercedes E class, so BMW 5 series quality could be a bit better.
