On average, BMW 5 series equipped with diesel engines consume 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Ground clearance:
131 - 150 mm (5.2 - 5.9 inches)
103 - 130 mm (4.1 - 5.1 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:
4.96 m
4.93 m
Width:
1.87 m
1.86 m
Height:
1.48 m
1.46 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 5 series is 3 cm longer than the Mercedes E class, 1 cm wider, while the height of BMW 5 series is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
530 litres
540 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
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1470 litres
Despite its longer length, BMW 5 series has 10 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class. This could mean that the BMW 5 series uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter:
12.4 meters
12.5 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 5 series is 0.1 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class.
