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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Mercedes T Class comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 23,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or Mercedes T Class?

BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Mercedes T Class: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Coupe

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  • substantially more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes T Class

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  • significantly cheaper
  • barely lighter
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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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes T Class is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Coupe costs 46,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,233 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Coupe uses 4.8 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mercedes T Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

T Class

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 BMW 4 Series Coupe offers substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 399 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.6 s. That’s about 8.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Coupe delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 430 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 T Class offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes T Class is barely lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,600 kg. The difference is around 44 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes T Class carries markedly more – 630 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Coupe 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 £46,200
4 Series Coupe

BMW 4 Series Coupe

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.8 - 10 L/100km
BMW 4 Series Coupe
Mercedes T Class

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Dimensions and Body

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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 T Class

The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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BMW 4 Series Coupe
Mercedes T Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,200 - 93,900 £
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
135 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
521 - 630 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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