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BMW 5 Series Touring vs Mercedes E Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (727 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (52500 £ vs 50500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Touring or Mercedes E Class?

BMW 5 Series Touring

Mercedes E Class

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

5 Series Touring

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 E Class has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50500 £, while the BMW 5 Series Touring costs 52500 £. That’s a price difference of around 2052 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the BMW 5 Series Touring with 2.30 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes E Class performs a bit better – achieving up to 116 km, about 18 km more than the BMW 5 Series Touring.

E Class

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 Touring has a slightly edge – offering 727 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 5 Series Touring pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.

5 Series Touring

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, Mercedes E Class is minimal lighter – 1810 kg compared to 1850 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 5 Series Touring offers slight more room – 570 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class minimal takes the win – 640 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW 5 Series Touring shows itself to be barely ahead 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 £52,500
5 Series Touring

BMW 5 Series Touring

  • 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 : 2.3 - 6.1 L
  • Electric Range : 66 - 98 km
BMW 5 Series Touring
Mercedes E Class

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BMW 5 Series Touring

The BMW 5 Series Touring takes executive elegance and stretches it into a practical estate, marrying refined interior comfort with everyday usability. It drives with reassuring poise, offers plenty of space for luggage or a small life's worth of gear, and somehow manages to look sharper than most saloons in the car park — a compelling choice if you want luxury without surrendering practicality.

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Mercedes E Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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BMW 5 Series Touring
Mercedes E Class
5 Series Touring
E Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
52500 - 125500 £
Price
50500 - 119700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
66 - 98 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
18.6 - 19.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
53 - 157 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1850 - 2550 kg
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
5060 - 5096 mm
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
1900 - 1970 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1515 - 1516 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Max trunk capacity
1630 - 1700 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
500 - 620 kg
Payload
530 - 640 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the BMW 5 Series Touring have?

The BMW 5 Series Touring is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.