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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Mercedes E Class comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Mercedes E Class?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Mercedes E Class: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • a bit cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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Mercedes E Class

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  • noticeably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat 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 Gran Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is a bit cheaper – starting at 45,700 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,805 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E Class uses 1.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

E Class

Engine and Performance:

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 Mercedes E Class offers noticeably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 392 HP. That’s roughly 193 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class delivers a bit more torque with 750 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

4 Series Gran 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is marginally lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers somewhat more boot space – 540 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class carries visibly more – 640 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class 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.

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E Class

Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Mercedes E Class

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

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.

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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 4 Series Gran Coupe
Mercedes E Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,700 - 68,800 £
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,880 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
480 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
135 - 288 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
E, D, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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