In general, BMW 5 series are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Mercedes C class. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
4.5 - 11.0
4.4 - 12.0
BMW 5 series petrol engines consumes on average 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than Mercedes C class. On average, BMW 5 series equipped with diesel engines consume 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C 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 larger. BMW 5 series is 31 cm longer than the Mercedes C class, 9 cm wider, while the height of BMW 5 series is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
520 litres
475 litres
BMW 5 series has more luggage capacity. BMW 5 series has 45 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes C class.
Turning diameter:
12 meters
11.1 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 5 series is 0.9 metres more than that of the Mercedes C class, which means BMW 5 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg):
~ 2`305
~ 2`106
Safety:
BMW 5 series scores higher in safety tests. The BMW 5 series scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
