BMW 5 Series Touring vs Mercedes EQS SUV – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

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.

BMW 5 Series Touring has a strongly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 52500 £, while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95000 £. That’s a price difference of around 42430 £.

As for range, the Mercedes EQS SUV performs strongly better – achieving up to 695 km, about 598 km more than the BMW 5 Series Touring.

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 Touring has a hardly any edge – offering 727 HP compared to 658 HP. That’s roughly 69 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Mercedes EQS SUV takes 4.40 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 5 Series Touring performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes EQS SUV tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Touring pulls barely noticeable stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 950 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

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, the BMW 5 Series Touring is decisively lighter – 1850 kg compared to 2695 kg. The difference is around 845 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers slightly more room – 645 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQS SUV performs somewhat better – up to 2100 L, which is about 400 L more than the BMW 5 Series Touring.

When it comes to payload, BMW 5 Series Touring minimal takes the win – 620 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

All in all, the Mercedes EQS SUV shows itself to be only slightly ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.