Compare performance (392 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Mercedes V Class?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is very slightly cheaper – starting at 46,200 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,964 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe uses 5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 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 clearly more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mercedes V Class takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is markedly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 497 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries clearly more – 908 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 428 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 V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.
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Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
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Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 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
187 - 232 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
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
6
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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
2,192 - 2,464 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
1,928 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
636 - 908 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
Diesel, Petrol
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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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 - 392 HP
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Power HP
163 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 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
370 - 500 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
120 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 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
G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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