BMW 5 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 5 series engine produces 28 HP more power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 60 NM more than Mercedes E class. Thanks to more power BMW 5 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.8
7.1
Real fuel consumption:
8.8 l/100km
8.2 l/100km
The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW 5 series consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 5 series could require 105 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 5 series consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class.
Installed on at least 3 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW X5, BMW X3
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes ML, Mercedes R klase
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
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Dimensions
Length:
4.84 m
4.82 m
Width:
1.85 m
1.82 m
Height:
1.47 m
1.45 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 5 series is 2 cm longer than the Mercedes E class, 3 cm wider, while the height of BMW 5 series is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
520 litres
540 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
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540 litres
Despite its longer length, BMW 5 series has 20 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:
11 meters
11.4 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 5 series is 0.4 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class, which means BMW 5 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Mercedes E class has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for BMW 5 series, so Mercedes E class quality could be a bit better.
