BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class engine produces 34 HP less power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 45 NM less than BMW 5 series. Due to the lower power, Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 3 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.9
5.9
Real fuel consumption:
8.5 l/100km
6.3 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 2.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series.
Fuel tank capacity:
65 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
940 km in combined cycle
1180 km in combined cycle
1200 km on highway
1480 km on highway
760 km with real consumption
1110 km with real consumption
BMW 5 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Dimensions
Length:
4.80 m
4.78 m
Width:
1.80 m
1.80 m
Height:
1.44 m
1.44 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class is 2 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity:
520 litres
460 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes E class has 60 litres more trunk space than the BMW 5 series.
Turning diameter:
11.3 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.3 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.
