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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Mercedes GLC - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (727 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (50800 £ vs 50300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Mercedes GLC?
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 GLC has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50300 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 50800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 501 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the BMW 5 Series Saloon with 2.10 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC performs convincingly better – achieving up to 714 km, about 609 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.
GLC
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 5 Series Saloon has a minimal edge – offering 727 HP compared to 680 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 3.50 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs minimal better – reaching 275 km/h, while the BMW 5 Series Saloon tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls slight 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:
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 curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is minimal lighter – 1800 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers to a small extent more room – 620 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.
Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 600 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the Mercedes GLC shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.
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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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BMW 5 Series Saloon
Mercedes GLC
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50800 - 123800 £
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Price
50300 - 126600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
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Electric Range
68 - 105 km
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
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Battery Capacity
18.6 - 19.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
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co2
0 - 225 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1910 - 2535 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Length
5060 - 5096 mm
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Length
4716 - 4845 mm
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Width
1900 - 1970 mm
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Width
1890 - 1913 mm
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Height
1510 - 1515 mm
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Height
1603 - 1647 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
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Payload
430 - 600 kg
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Payload
475 - 600 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, Electric
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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, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
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
3.5 - 9 s
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Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
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Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
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Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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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
1991 - 2989 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
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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.