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BMW 3 Series Touring vs Mercedes E Class - Differences and prices compared
3 Series Touring
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Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
BMW 3 Series Touring has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41100 £, while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £. That’s a price difference of around 9433 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the BMW 3 Series Touring with 2.50 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Mercedes E Class performs a bit better – achieving up to 116 km, about 19 km more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.
E Class
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Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes E Class has a minimal edge – offering 585 HP compared to 550 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs a bit better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Mercedes E Class tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls slight stronger with 750 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.
3 Series Touring
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Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, BMW 3 Series Touring is hardly perceptible lighter – 1650 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers slight more room – 540 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class a bit takes the win – 640 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Mercedes E Class proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes E Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £50,500
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Mercedes E Class
BMW 3 Series Touring
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BMW 3 Series Touring
4.3 (1 Reviews)
The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.
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Mercedes E Class
The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
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BMW 3 Series Touring
Mercedes E Class
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41100 - 131100 £
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Price
50500 - 119700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
91 - 97 km
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
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co2
57 - 238 g/km
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1650 - 2025 kg
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Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Length
4713 - 4801 mm
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Length
4949 - 4959 mm
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Width
1827 - 1918 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Height
1440 - 1448 mm
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Height
1468 - 1480 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
405 - 520 kg
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 550 HP
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Max Speed
213 - 300 km/h
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
110 - 405 kW
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Is the BMW 3 Series Touring offered with different drivetrains?
The BMW 3 Series Touring is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.