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 1.7 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.3
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 0.4 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 60 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:
65 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1030 km in combined cycle
1180 km in combined cycle
1300 km on highway
1480 km on highway
900 km with real consumption
1010 km with real consumption
BMW 5 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Dimensions
Length:
4.82 m
4.84 m
Width:
1.82 m
1.85 m
Height:
1.45 m
1.47 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class is 2 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes E class is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
540 litres
520 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
540 litres
520 litres
Even though the car is shorter, Mercedes E class has 20 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. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes E class (by 20 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.
