Compare performance (392 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 33,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Mercedes B Class?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 B Class is visibly cheaper – starting at 33,100 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,556 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe uses 5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers markedly more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 154 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers markedly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes B Class is visibly lighter – 1,405 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers barely more boot space – 470 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes B Class carries moderately more – 550 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is far ahead overall 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.
The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.
detailsThe Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
45,700 - 68,800 £
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Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
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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
131 - 179 g/km
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co2
133 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
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Curb weight
1,405 - 1,565 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
445 - 455 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
1,796 mm
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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
480 kg
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Payload
515 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 - 392 HP
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
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Torque
200 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
135 - 288 kW
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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