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BMW X5 vs Mercedes E Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (77100 £ vs 50500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Mercedes E Class?

BMW X5

Mercedes E Class

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

X5

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 significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50500 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26567 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW X5 with 3 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E Class performs slight better – achieving up to 116 km, about 11 km more than the BMW X5.

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 X5 has a slight edge – offering 625 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

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

Both models offer the same torque – 750 Nm.

X5

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 clearly perceptible lighter – 1810 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 430 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers a bit more room – 650 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 slight takes the win – 705 kg compared to 640 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes E Class shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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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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
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
BMW X5
Mercedes E Class

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BMW X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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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 X5
Mercedes E Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
50500 - 119700 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 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
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
4935 mm
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X5 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.