Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 5 Series

Performance Features

The 2023 E-Class has engine options that can provide an exciting drive no matter where you’re heading next. After all, the entry-level 2023 E-Class carries a 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo engine that puts out 255 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. That’s the kind of performance that can make you want to get behind the wheel every morning.  

There’s little doubt the 5 Series is powerful in its own right—it’s no sluggish vehicle. It carries a 2.0L BMW TwinPower turbocharged engine that makes 248 horsepower and 257 lb-ft of torque, close to what the 2023 E-Class is capable of but slightly less powerful. 

Which Model Has the Most Power?

With their available engines, the 2023 E-Class still comes out on top:

Want to ensure your travels are safe? All-wheel drive capability is an optional add-on for both cars, allowing you to get better traction while driving.

Large and Easy-to-Use Touchscreens

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has that special human touch, with the intuitive controls on the standard Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) putting all kinds of features right at your fingertips.  

The digital cockpit carries standard dual 12.3-inch displays that include a center touchscreen.

Smart Connectivity Features Make Rides Better

MBUX can also listen to you and learn what you’re saying. All you need to do is say “Hey, Mercedes” with a function following it, and the MBUX can do things like turn on the air conditioning or help find a restaurant. 

The BMW 5 Series comes standard with the Live Cockpit Professional setup, which has a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and 12.3-inch central information display, similar to the 2023 E-Class. The iDrive 7.0 system can be operated by voice, touchscreen, or the iDrive touchpad Controller, putting you in complete control of your 5 Series. 

Comfort Amenities

Power front seats with 3-position memory come standard on the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class along with heated functionality. Ventilated front seats can be added, too, to keep you cool on hot days.

The 5 Series also carries a memory system for the driver’s seat and steering wheel, keeping you comfortable even if someone else happens to take the wheel for a while. The next time you get in, it will feel like you never left.

Interior Dimensions

When it comes to space to stretch out, your rear-seat passengers may appreciate the extra room in the 2023 E-Class:                                               

• Rear headroom: 37.6 inches 
• Rear shoulder room: 57.1 inches 

 In comparison, the BMW 5 Series only offers 37.5 inches of rear headroom and 55.9 inches of rear shoulder room.