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/Automatic
Automatic
BMW 5 series is available with both manual and automatic gearboxes, whereas Mercedes S class is available only with automatic gearbox.
BMW 5 series petrol engines consumes on average 2.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than Mercedes S class. On average, BMW 5 series equipped with diesel engines consume 1.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes S class. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
BMW 5 series is smaller, but slightly higher. BMW 5 series is 31 cm shorter than the Mercedes S class, 2 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 5 series is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
500 litres
560 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1650 litres
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Mercedes S class has more luggage space. BMW 5 series has 60 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes S class.
Turning diameter:
11 meters
12 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 5 series is 1 metres less than that of the Mercedes S class, which means BMW 5 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
