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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Mercedes E-Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or Mercedes E-Class Estate?

BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Mercedes E-Class Estate: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Coupe

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  • moderately cheaper
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • very slightly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

4 Series Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 4 Series Coupe is moderately cheaper – starting at 46,200 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class Estate costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,432 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class Estate uses 1.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Coupe with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

E-Class Estate

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers very slightly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes E-Class Estate takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class Estate delivers barely more torque with 750 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

4 Series Coupe

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: Mercedes E-Class Estate offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Coupe is moderately lighter – 1,600 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 300 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers clearly more boot space – 615 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries visibly more – 645 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 230 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class Estate stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £52,600
E-Class Estate

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 97 - 109 km
BMW 4 Series Coupe
Mercedes E-Class Estate

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BMW 4 Series Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Coupe blends aggressive styling with a driver-focused cabin, making even the humdrum commute feel like a short track day. It balances sharp handling and grown-up comfort with a dash of theatrical flair, so you get sportscar charisma without the drama of constant sacrifices.

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Mercedes E-Class Estate

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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BMW 4 Series Coupe
Mercedes E-Class Estate

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,200 - 93,900 £
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
540 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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