A complete comparison of the BMW 5 Series VS Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon — specs, prices, pros and cons, and live used listings across Qatar.
From QAR 249,000
From QAR 284,500
| #1 BMW 5 Series#1 | #2 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon#2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price Comparison | ||
| Starting at | 249,000 QAR | 271,000 – 500,224 QAR |
| Engine & Power | ||
| Engine | 1,998 cc · 4 cyl | 1,991 – 3,982 cc · 4 – 8 cyl |
| Horsepower (bhp) | 184 hp | 184 – 612 hp |
| Torque (Nm) | 290 Nm | 300 – 850 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100 Km/h (sec) | 7.9 s | 3.4 – 7.7 s |
| Top Speed (Km/h) | 235 km/h | 240 – 250 km/h |
| Fuel Economy (L/100 Km) | 6.1 L/100km | 5.9 – 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 – 66 L |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drive Type | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive / Rear Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Battery Size | 1.0 kWh | 25.4 kWh |
| Battery Range (km) | — | 111 km |
| Measurements | ||
| L×W×H | 5.0 m × 2.1 m × 1.5 m | 4.9 m × 1.9 m × 1.5 m |
| Wheelbase (meters) | 3.0 m | 2.9 m |
| Curb Weight (kg) | 1,670 kg | 1,530 – 1,880 kg |
| Trunk Capacity (liters) | 520 L | 540 L |
| Overview | ||
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Features | ||
| Key features | ABS Anti-Lock Brake SystemAirbagsAlloy RimsAUX InputBluetoothCD PlayerClimate ControlCruise ControlFog LightsKeyless EntryLeather SeatsMP3 SupportNavigation SystemOff-Road KitParking SensorsPower LocksPower MirrorsPower SeatsPower SteeringPower WindowsPush Button StartRadioUSB Port | ABS Anti-Lock Brake SystemAlloy RimsAUX InputBluetoothCD PlayerClimate ControlCruise ControlElectric SunroofKeyless EntryLeather SeatsMoonroofMP3 SupportNavigation SystemPanoramic Glass RoofParking SensorsPower LocksPower MirrorsPower SeatsPower SteeringPower WindowsPush Button StartRadioRear CameraSecurity SystemUSB Port |
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon is the clear winner here. With engine options reaching up to 612 hp and acceleration as quick as 3.4 seconds, it offers thrilling performance unmatched by the standard BMW 5 Series.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon's plug-in hybrid variant boasts an impressive 111 km electric range, making daily commutes emission-free and highly fuel-efficient, a significant advantage over the BMW 5 Series.
The BMW 5 Series offers a more accessible starting price of 249,000 QAR and features a larger 70 L fuel tank capacity, providing excellent value and longer driving intervals between refills.
With a longer wheelbase of 3.0 m and overall length of 5.0 m, the BMW 5 Series provides slightly more cabin space, contributing to enhanced passenger comfort on longer trips compared to the E-Class.
