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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Mercedes GLE - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (727 HP vs 634 HP), boot space and price (50800 £ vs 76300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Mercedes GLE?

BMW 5 Series Saloon

Mercedes GLE

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

5 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW 5 Series Saloon has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50800 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 76300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25442 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLE manages with 2 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the BMW 5 Series Saloon with 2.10 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLE performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 114 km, about 9 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

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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 slightly edge – offering 727 HP compared to 634 HP. That’s roughly 93 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Mercedes GLE takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLE performs somewhat 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: BMW 5 Series Saloon pulls a bit stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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 clearly perceptible lighter – 1800 kg compared to 2310 kg. The difference is around 510 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers evident more room – 655 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLE a bit takes the win – 705 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 5 Series Saloon shows small but noticeable advantages 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.

BMW 5 Series Saloon
Mercedes GLE

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5 Series Saloon

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 727 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.1 - 5.8 L
  • Electric Range : 67 - 105 km

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 GLE

The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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BMW 5 Series Saloon
Mercedes GLE

Costs and Consumption

Price
50800 - 124500 £
Price
76300 - 175800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L
Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
89 - 114 km
Battery Capacity
19 - 19.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
53 - 284 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1800 - 2515 kg
Curb weight
2310 - 2800 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Length
5060 mm
Length
4924 - 4961 mm
Width
1900 - 1970 mm
Width
1947 mm
Height
1515 mm
Height
1716 - 1797 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
460 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
289 - 634 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
213 - 466 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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.