BMW 5 series petrol engines consumes on average 0.4 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!
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
540 litres
Despite its longer length, 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:
12.6 meters
11.7 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 5 series is 0.9 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:
~ 2`309 kg
~ 2`349 kg
Net weight:
~ 1`696 kg
~ 1`796 kg
Load capacity:
~ 613 kg
~ 553 kg
BMW 5 series load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 10 procentiem more than Mercedes E class. Therefore, BMW 5 series is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
