How do BMW vs. Mercedes-Benz sedans compare? Fletcher Jones Motorcars compared the BMW-5 Series vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class base models below and found that the new E-Class offered smoother driving and gear shifting, a wide selection of luxury features, and more driver assists. Explore these two models in greater detail below, then visit Fletcher Jones Motorcars to experience the difference in person.
| 2019 Mercedes-Benz E 300 Sedan | VS | 2019 BMW 530i Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| 273 lb-ft | Torque | 258 lb-ft |
| 9-speed automatic | Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| 12.3 inches | Central Display | 10.25 inches |
| Standard | 64-Color Ambient Lighting | Feature Not Offered |
| Standard | Car-to-X Communication | Feature Not Offered |
| Standard | Android Auto™ | Feature Not Offered |
2019 BMW 5-Series: The BMW 5-Series has a standard 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder engine, which gets up to 248 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class: The Mercedes-Benz E-Class also comes equipped with a 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder engine and generates 241 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque. The E-Class offers a more responsive and efficient driving experience, though, with a 9-speed automatic transmission.
Both the 2019 BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class have luxurious interiors that Huntington Beach and Corona Del Mar drivers will love, with memory settings, telematics, and optional heated front seats. However, the Mercedes-Benz E 300 interior offers certain technological features the 5-series doesn’t, such as:
2019 BMW 5-Series: The BMW 5-Series offers BMW’s Active Protection System and Active Driving Assist, which consist of features like a pre-collision system, a driver attention monitor, and frontal collision warning.
2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class: The E-Class offers similar systems, but in addition, provides PRESAFE® Sound — a standard feature created to protect passengers’ hearing. It emits a “pink noise” from the audio system when a collision is likely to occur. You’ll also find Car-to-X Communication, which allows drivers to share notifications with other E-Class drivers in Laguna Beach or Costa Mesa.
After you compare the BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class, contact us at Fletcher Jones Motorcars in Orange County to schedule a test drive. Once you’ve found the perfect E-Class model, our financing experts will be happy to help you with the next steps of the process!
