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BMW X6 vs Mercedes E-Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (84,100 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X6 or Mercedes E-Class Estate?

BMW X6 vs Mercedes E-Class Estate: Key differences

BMW X6

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  • barely more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes E-Class Estate

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

X6

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes E-Class Estate is significantly cheaper – starting at 52,600 £ , while the BMW X6 costs 84,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,453 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class Estate 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 Estate

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 Estate 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 Estate 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 Estate 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 Estate 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 Estate

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • 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
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26 Jan 2026, 17:50:11

BMW IS BEST!!!!!!

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
84,100 - 147,300 £
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
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
188 - 288 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
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
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Length
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Width
2,004 - 2,019 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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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
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Max Speed
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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
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the BMW X6 have?

The BMW X6 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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