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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?

BMW X5

Mercedes E-Class Wagon

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

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 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 comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes E-Class Wagon 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.

from about £52,600
E-Class Wagon

Mercedes E-Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 7.9 L
  • Electric Range : 97 - 109 km
BMW X5
Mercedes E-Class Wagon

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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 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
X5
E-Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
77100 - 143500 £
Price
52600 - 121800 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
1900 - 2435 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
4935 - 4948 mm
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1469 - 1497 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1830 L
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
540 - 645 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-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
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
213 - 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
G, 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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.