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BMW X1 vs Mercedes E Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (38200 £ vs 50500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X1 or Mercedes E Class?

BMW X1

3.7 (3 Reviews)
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Mercedes E Class

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW X1 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38200 £, while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £. That’s a price difference of around 12262 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW X1 with 2.50 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes E Class performs distinct better – achieving up to 116 km, about 35 km more than the BMW X1.

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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 Mercedes E Class has a significantly edge – offering 585 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 259 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the BMW X1 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 750 Nm compared to 477 Nm. That’s about 273 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, BMW X1 is slightly lighter – 1575 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.

In terms of boot space, the offers more room – compared to . That’s a difference of about .

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class noticeable takes the win – 640 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes E Class shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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 £50,500
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Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
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BMW X1

3.7 (3 Reviews)
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The BMW X1 brings a premium feel to compact crossover life, wrapping practical space and agile handling into a tidy, upscale package. It’s ideal for buyers who want BMW driving dynamics without the bulk, offering everyday comfort and a few clever tricks to keep the commute interesting.

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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
38200 - 55500 £
Price
50500 - 119700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
14.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
57 - 175 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1575 - 1935 kg
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
4500 - 4505 mm
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
1845 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1622 - 1642 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 - 1600 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
490 - 500 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 326 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
190 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 477 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
100 - 240 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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Is the BMW X1 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X1 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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