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Mazda CX-5 vs Mercedes E Class – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: Mazda CX-5 meets Mercedes E Class.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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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.

Mazda CX-5 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £, while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £. That’s a price difference of around 20490 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 5.50 L per 100 km.

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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 Mercedes E Class has a clearly edge – offering 585 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 444 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 6.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes E Class performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls clearly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 512 Nm difference.

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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, Mazda CX-5 is slightly lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 181 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers slight more room – 583 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes E Class shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

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Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
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Mazda CX-5

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The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.

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Mercedes E Class

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon epitomises sophistication and innovation, offering a seamless blend of elegant design and cutting-edge technology. Its refined interior ensures exceptional comfort, making every journey a luxurious experience. The driving dynamics are impressively balanced, providing both agility and smoothness, perfect for both city driving and long-distance cruising.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30000 - 39500 £
Price
50500 - 119700 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
157 - 168 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1629 - 1671 kg
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Trunk capacity
583 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
4690 mm
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
-
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
141 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
195 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
238 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
104 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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What drivetrain options does the Mazda CX-5 have?

The Mazda CX-5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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