2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs BMW 5 Series
It’s no secret that Mercedes-Benz and BMW are the two most popular German brands of luxury cars. With BMW’s recent debut of the 5 series, the E-Class has a new rival.
So the question we’ve all been itching to find out. Which is better? The Mercedes-Benz E-Class or the BMW 5 series?
In 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class set the bar pretty high after launching in early 2016, boasting its ground-breaking innovation, technology, luxury, and safety. BMW didn’t fall far behind. It launched interesting options and new features too.
What’s New: BMW 5 Series 7th generations vs. 6th generation
- Changes in headlights and wider taillights
- Opening and closing function in kidney grille
- Freestanding iDrive screen controlled by touch, gesture, voice, and iDrive controller
- Ambient lighting
What’s New: Mercedes-Benz E 300 10th generation vs. 9th generation
- All new interior and exterior design
- Improved transmission, more efficient engine
- Larger COMAND® screen, new navigation with NTG 5.5, and 64 colors of ambient light
- A host of breakthrough standard and optional safety system
Since its 2016 debut, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has earned many accolades including the 2017 ‘World Luxury Car,’ beating out the BMW 5 series. It’s also won Kelley Blue Book’s ‘Best Auto Tech Award: Luxury’, and ranked #1 out of the 15 finalists for Mid-sized Luxury Car by US News & World Report.
Under the Hood
The two vehicles are top performers for sure. If you’re looking for speed, the 530i offers a 248-hp engine with 258 lb-ft of torque. However, we all know it takes more torque to get a car moving. For that reason, the Mercedes-Benz E 300 puts in work with 273 lb-ft of torque and 241-hp. While the 530i has 8-speed gears, the E-class continues to step it up a notch with its superior 9G-TRONIC 9-speed transmission.
An Inside Look
It’s all about comfort and luxury for these two models, but let’s dive in to see which vehicle’s interior is better.
If you’re not a fan of change, you may be better off with the BMW, but if you’re looking for sensual beauty modeled after the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the E-Class delivers! The E 300 features a 12.3-inch COMAND® display beautifully integrated into the dashboard while the 530i’s 10.25-inch screen sits on top. For added safety, keep your hands on the wheel and eyes on the road while navigating through the Mercedes-Benz screen. It features touch control buttons to allow the driver to focus on the road unlike the touchscreen found in the 5 Series.
Advanced Technology
You can find a suite of intuitive technologies integrated into both of these models, but should you have to pay more to receive them? Mercedes-Benz doesn’t believe so. For that reason, the E-Class offers standard safety technologies such as:
- ATTENTION ASSIST®
- Active Brake Assist
- Crosswind Assist
- Car-to-X Communication
- PRESAFE®
- PRESAFE® SOUND
You can also opt to include additional safety technology features not found in the BMW 5 Series such as:
- Active Speed Limit Assist
- Active Lane Change Assist
- PRESAFE® Impulse Side
- Evasive Steering Assist
- Active Lane Keeping Assist
As you can see, the better vehicle is obvious, but don’t let us try and convince you. Find out for yourself why the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is perfect for you. Click here to learn more or Schedule a Test Drive with one of our experts and take home your dream car today.
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