BMW 5 series petrol engines consumes on average 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than Mercedes E class. On average, BMW 5 series equipped with diesel engines consume 0.1 litres less 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!
Dimensions
Length:
4.90 m
4.87 m
Width:
1.86 m
1.85 m
Height:
1.46 m
1.48 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 5 series is 3 cm longer than the Mercedes E class, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW 5 series is 1 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
520 litres
695 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, BMW 5 series has 175 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 meters
11.3 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 5 series is 0.7 metres more than that of the Mercedes E class, which means BMW 5 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg):
~ 2`305
~ 2`323
Safety:
BMW 5 series scores higher in safety tests, but Mercedes E class is better rated in child safety tests. The BMW 5 series scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
