2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2018 BMW 5 Series

Performance Features

Starting with the E-Class, you’ll find a powerful engine combined with a 9-speed transmission, that exports 273 lb-ft of torque. There’s also an option to add an Interactive Adaptive Variable Suspension, whereas in the 5 Series, you don’t have that choice. The 5 Series also has a strong engine but only an 8-speed transmission, exporting only 258 lb-ft of torque.

Safety & Convenience

When safety and convenience are top priorities, you can’t choose wrong. Between the E-Class and 5 Series, only the E-Class provides the following extra features to keep everyone that much safer and make your day to day actions more convenient:

• Remote fuel door release
• First aid kit
• Rear side airbags

Performance Engines

For drivers looking to own the roads, the E-Class has all the strength you need with its AMG® performance model offering a 603 hp, 4.0L V8 engine with all-wheel drive and a 9-speed automatic transmission.

The 5 Series also has a performance option called the M550 xDrive that offers a 4.4L V6 delivering up to 456 hp, all-wheel drive, and an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Comfort & Style

For the ultimate in comfort and luxury, the E-Class is the sedan that pulls ahead of the rest with interior features, including:

• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Configurable ambient lighting in 64 colors
• Available heated and ventilated massage front seats

The 5 Series also has dual-zone climate control and only offers ambient lighting in 11 colors. Heated and ventilated seating comes standard, however front massage seat features are extra.