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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Mercedes GLE comparison
Compare performance (727 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 78,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Mercedes GLE?
BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Mercedes GLE: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 51,400 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,484 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Saloon uses 2.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes GLE with 3.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers marginally more range – reaching up to 105 km, about 1 km more than the Mercedes GLE.
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Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers somewhat more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes GLE takes 4.5 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers noticeably more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.
5 Series Saloon
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is visibly lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 590 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers clearly more boot space – 655 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries markedly more – 770 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 5 Series Saloon is clearly superior 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.
from £51,400
BMW 5 Series Saloon
BMW 5 Series Saloon
Mercedes GLE
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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 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 |
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Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
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Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
67 - 105 km
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Electric Range
91 - 104 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
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co2
72 - 241 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
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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
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Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
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Width
2,010 - 2,018 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
425 - 600 kg
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Payload
495 - 770 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
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
309 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Power kW
227 - 430 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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