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BMW X5 vs Mercedes E Class Wagon - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (625 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (77100 £ vs 52600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Mercedes E Class Wagon?
X5
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Mercedes E Class Wagon has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 52600 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24425 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class Wagon manages with 1.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW X5 with 3 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes E Class Wagon performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 109 km, about 4 km more than the BMW X5.
E Class Wagon
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW X5 has a minimal 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 Wagon takes 4.10 s. That’s about 0.20 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:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes E Class Wagon is a bit lighter – 1900 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 340 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers barely noticeable more room – 650 L compared to 615 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW X5 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1870 L, which is about 40 L more than the Mercedes E Class Wagon.
When it comes to payload, BMW X5 hardly perceptible takes the win – 705 kg compared to 645 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes E Class Wagon is far ahead overall 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.
BMW X5
Mercedes E Class Wagon
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Mercedes E Class Wagon
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 Wagon
The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.
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BMW X5
Mercedes E Class Wagon
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
77100 - 143500 £
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Price
52600 - 121800 £
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Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
105 km
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Electric Range
97 - 109 km
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Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
68 - 289 g/km
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co2
44 - 181 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
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Curb weight
1900 - 2435 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
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Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
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Length
4935 mm
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Length
4949 mm
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Width
2004 - 2015 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Height
1755 - 1765 mm
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Height
1469 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
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Max trunk capacity
1830 L
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Payload
565 - 705 kg
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Payload
540 - 645 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
298 - 625 HP
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
214 - 250 km/h
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Torque
540 - 750 Nm
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
219 - 460 kW
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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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.