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BMW X4 vs Mercedes E Class comparison

Compare performance (510 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X4 or Mercedes E Class?

BMW X4 vs Mercedes E Class: Key differences

BMW X4

  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes E Class

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • barely lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes E Class is very slightly cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the BMW X4 costs 51,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,367 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E Class uses 1.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW X4 with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.

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 Mercedes E Class offers slightly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 510 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X4 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class delivers barely more torque with 750 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

X4

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes E Class is barely lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 1,875 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers marginally more boot space – 540 L compared to 525 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

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

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class is decisively ahead 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.

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E Class

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
BMW X4
Mercedes E Class

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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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 X4
Mercedes E Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,900 - 93,000 £
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
156 - 244 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,875 - 2,095 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
4,751 - 4,754 mm
Length
-
Width
1,918 - 1,938 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,621 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 545 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 510 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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