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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Mercedes C Class Wagon - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (727 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (50800 £ vs 42400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Mercedes C Class Wagon?
5 Series Saloon
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mercedes C Class Wagon has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42400 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 50800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8386 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the BMW 5 Series Saloon with 2.10 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes C Class Wagon performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 112 km, about 7 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.
C Class Wagon
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 BMW 5 Series Saloon has a slight edge – offering 727 HP compared to 680 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Wagon is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the BMW 5 Series Saloon takes 3.50 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C Class Wagon performs to a small extent better – reaching 280 km/h, while the BMW 5 Series Saloon tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C Class Wagon pulls minimal stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 1000 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.
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5 Series Saloon
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes C Class Wagon is slight lighter – 1755 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers barely noticeable more room – 520 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.
When it comes to payload, BMW 5 Series Saloon minimal takes the win – 600 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the Mercedes C Class Wagon shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
from about £42,400
Mercedes C Class Wagon
BMW 5 Series Saloon
Mercedes C Class Wagon
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BMW 5 Series Saloon
The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.
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Mercedes C Class Wagon
The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.
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BMW 5 Series Saloon
Mercedes C Class Wagon
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50800 - 123800 £
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Price
42400 - 115300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
68 - 105 km
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Electric Range
11 - 112 km
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Battery Capacity
18.6 - 19.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
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co2
11 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1800 - 2510 kg
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Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
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Length
5060 - 5096 mm
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Width
1900 - 1970 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Height
1510 - 1515 mm
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Height
1454 - 1494 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
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Payload
430 - 600 kg
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Payload
440 - 565 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
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Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
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Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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What drivetrain options does the BMW 5 Series Saloon have?
Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.