BMW 5 Series vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Should you buy BMW 5 Series or Mercedes-Benz E-Class? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. BMW 5 Series price starts at Rs 72.90 Lakh ex-showroom for 530Li (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz E-Class price starts Rs 78.50 Lakh ex-showroom for E 200 (Petrol). 5 Series has 1998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while E-Class has 2999 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the 5 Series has a mileage of 10.9 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the E-Class has a mileage of 15 kmpl (Petrol top model).
5 Series Vs E-Class
| Key Highlights | BMW 5 Series | Mercedes-Benz E-Class |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.84,02,243* | Rs.1,06,53,425* |
| Mileage (city) | 10.9 kmpl | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1998 | 2999 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
BMW 5 Series vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class comparison
- VS
- Mercedes-Benz E-Class
- E 220d (Diesel) 81.50 Lakh*
- Top SellingE 200 (Petrol) 78.50 Lakh*
- E 450 (Petrol) 92.50 Lakh*
Rs92.50 Lakh *VS
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.84,02,243* | Rs.1,06,53,425* | Rs.1,01,25,086* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,59,932/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.2,02,783/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.1,92,709/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.3,10,343 | Rs.3,85,925 | Rs.3,68,186 |
| User Rating | Based on 23 Reviews | Based on 9 Reviews | Based on 101 Reviews |
| Brochure | Brochure not available |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | - | - | TD4 Engine |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 1998 | 2999 | 1997 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | 44 Cylinder Cars | 66 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.✕ | 255bhp@4500rpm | 375bhp@5800-6100rpm | 246.74bhp@5500rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage City (kmpl) | 10.9 | - | 9.2 |
| Mileage Highway (kmpl) | 15.7 | 12 | 13.1 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | - | 66 | 82 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Power | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | Tilt & telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Steering Gear Type Specifies the type of mechanism used to turn the car's wheels, such as rack and pinion or recirculating ball. Affects the feel of the steering.✕ | - | - | Rack&Pinion |
| Turning Radius (Metres) The smallest circular space that needs to make a 180-degree turn. It indicates its manoeuvrability, especially in tight spaces.✕ | - | - | 6 |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 5165 | 4949 | 4797 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 2156 | 1880 | 2147 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1518 | 1468 | 1678 |
| Ground Clearance Laden (mm) The laden ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when it is fully loaded. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads.✕ | - | - | 156 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.✕ | - | 4 Zone | Yes |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles.✕ | - | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Trunk Opener A feature to open the trunk remotely for convenience. Useful when your hands are full, and you need to access the trunk without manually unlocking or lifting it.✕ | - | - | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | - | Yes | Yes |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Grey 5 Series Colours | High Tech Silver Graphite Grey Obsidian Polar White Nautic Blue E-Class Colours | Cyan Varesine Blue Santorini Black Fuji White Zadar Grey Range Rover Velar Colours |
| Body Type | SedanAll Sedan Cars | SedanAll Sedan Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | - | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Yes | - |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | - | Yes | - |
| Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist | - | Yes | - |
| Lane Departure Warning | - | Yes | - |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | - | Yes | - |
| Remote Immobiliser | - | Yes | - |
| Unauthorised Vehicle Entry | - | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Alarm | - | Yes | - |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | - | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | - | Yes | - |
| USB And Auxiliary Input A USB port for connecting external devices, like smartphones or MP3 players, to the car's audio system using a cable. Lets you play audio from your device through car speakers.✕ | - | - | Yes |
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Q ) Which car is cheaper between BMW 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
A ) BMW 5 Series price starts at ₹ 72.90 Lakh & Mercedes-Benz E-Class price starts at ₹ 78.50 Lakh in New Delhi. BMW 5 Series is cheaper between these two cars.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi