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BMW XM vs Mercedes E Class Wagon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (748 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (114700 £ vs 52600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Mercedes E Class Wagon?

BMW XM

Mercedes E Class Wagon

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

XM

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes E Class Wagon has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 52600 £ , while the BMW XM costs 114700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62053 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class Wagon manages with 1.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the BMW XM with 4.70 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E Class Wagon performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 109 km, about 29 km more than the BMW XM.

E Class Wagon

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW XM has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 748 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes E Class Wagon takes 4.10 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW XM pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.

XM

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.

Seats: BMW XM offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mercedes E Class Wagon is significantly lighter – 1900 kg compared to 2695 kg. The difference is around 795 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class Wagon offers slightly more room – 615 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes E Class Wagon performs minimal better – up to 1830 L, which is about 10 L more than the BMW XM.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class Wagon slightly takes the win – 645 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes E Class Wagon proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes E Class Wagon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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 XM
Mercedes E Class Wagon

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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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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 XM
Mercedes E Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
114700 - 157200 £
Price
52600 - 121800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.1 L
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
77 - 80 km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
105 - 138 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2695 - 2795 kg
Curb weight
1900 - 2435 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
5110 mm
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
2005 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1755 mm
Height
1469 - 1497 mm
Max trunk capacity
1820 L
Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1830 L
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
540 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
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
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Torque
700 - 1000 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
2998 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the BMW XM?

The BMW XM 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.