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BMW X6 vs Mercedes E Class Wagon comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (83,600 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X6 or Mercedes E Class Wagon?

BMW X6 vs Mercedes E Class Wagon: Key differences

BMW X6

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  • barely more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h

Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • slightly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

X6

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes E Class Wagon is significantly cheaper – starting at 52,600 £ , while the BMW X6 costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,939 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E Class Wagon uses 1.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW X6 with 7.2 L/100km. The difference is about 5.5 L/100km.

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 X6 offers barely more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X6 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes E Class Wagon takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 750 Nm.

X6

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E Class Wagon is slightly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 340 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class Wagon offers very slightly more boot space – 615 L compared to 580 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X6 carries barely more – 695 kg compared to 645 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class Wagon holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £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/100km
  • Electric Range : 97 - 109 km
BMW X6
Mercedes E Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW X6

The BMW X6 wears its coupe-SUV looks like a tuxedo with oversized shoulders, turning everyday traffic into a catwalk whenever it glides past. It serves up sporty handling and a plush cabin with just enough practicality to keep daily life sane — perfect for buyers who crave drama without completely abandoning common sense.

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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 X6
Mercedes E Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
83,600 - 146,400 £
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
188 - 288 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
83 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,445 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
580 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
4,960 mm
Length
-
Width
2,004 - 2,019 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,700 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
595 - 695 kg
Payload
540 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
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
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

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