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Mazda CX-5 vs Mercedes E Class Wagon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (141 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (30000 £ vs 52600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-5 or Mercedes E Class Wagon?

Mazda CX-5

4.6 (6 Reviews)
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Mercedes E Class Wagon

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

CX-5

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mazda CX-5 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £ , while the Mercedes E Class Wagon costs 52600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22632 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class Wagon manages with 1.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 5.30 L per 100 km.

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 Mercedes E Class Wagon has a convincingly 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 Wagon is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 6.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes E Class Wagon performs clearly perceptible 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 Wagon pulls convincingly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 512 Nm difference.

CX-5

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mazda CX-5 is to a small extent lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 271 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class Wagon offers barely noticeable more room – 615 L compared to 583 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs minimal better – up to 2019 L, which is about 189 L more than the Mercedes E Class Wagon.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class Wagon is clearly superior overall 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.

Mazda CX-5
Mercedes E Class Wagon

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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

Mazda CX-5

4.6 (6 Reviews)
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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 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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Mazda CX-5
Mercedes E Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
30000 - 39500 £
Price
52600 - 121800 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
157 - 168 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 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
1629 - 1671 kg
Curb weight
1900 - 2435 kg
Trunk capacity
583 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
4690 mm
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1469 - 1497 mm
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1830 L
Payload
-
Payload
540 - 645 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
141 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
195 km/h
Max Speed
213 - 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
G, E, F, B, D
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Mazda CX-5 have?

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