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BMW i5 vs Mercedes E Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (601 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (60200 £ vs 50500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or Mercedes E Class?

BMW i5

Mercedes E Class

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes E Class has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50500 £, while the BMW i5 costs 60200 £. That’s a price difference of around 9681 £.

As for range, the BMW i5 performs significantly better – achieving up to 627 km, about 511 km more than the Mercedes E Class.

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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 i5 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 601 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes E Class performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BMW i5 tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW i5 pulls minimal stronger with 820 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Mercedes E Class is clearly perceptible lighter – 1810 kg compared to 2195 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers minimal more room – 540 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class slightly takes the win – 640 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW i5 shows itself to be is largely superior 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 i5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 17.1 kWh
  • Electric Range : 540 - 627 km
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BMW i5

The BMW i5 swaps predictable executive-car manners for a confident electric vibe, marrying refined comfort with surprisingly engaging steering. It’s a practical choice that doesn’t feel dull, offering the kind of clean, premium experience that makes commuting feel like a small indulgence.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
60200 - 85300 £
Price
50500 - 119700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
81.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2195 - 2370 kg
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
5060 mm
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1505 - 1515 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 545 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
193 - 230 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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What drive types are available for the BMW i5?

The BMW i5 is offered with 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.