Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 5-Series Price Comparison
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For the Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 5-Series price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the E-Class vs. 5-Series Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the E-Class and 5-Series will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550's price is $5,045 lower than the BMW 5-Series 550i's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 5,045 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 3,888 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | E-Class | 5-Series |
| Trim | E550 | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 402hp V8 | 400hp V8 |
| Transmission | T7 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/26 MPG | 16/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 610, 14 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | 77,830 | 82,950 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -75 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 77,830 | 82,875 |
| Total Invoice | 72,443 | 76,400 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -69 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 72,443 | 76,331 |
Invoice Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 5-Series
Price Comparison (MSRP): Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 5-SeriesThe sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550 | ||
| Difference: 5,120 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550 | ||
| Difference: 3,957 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | E-Class | 5-Series |
| Trim | E550 | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 59,790 | 60,200 |
| Base Invoice | 55,605 | 55,585 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 2,450 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 4,450 | |
| Rear Seat Package | 440 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,950 | 1,350 |
| Night vision | 1,780 | 2,600 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,910 | 2,200 |
| Heated second row seats | 625 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 490 | |
| Sunshades, second row | 380 | |
| Dynamic Handling Package | 2,700 | |
| Sport Package | 2,200 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,400 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 1,050 | |
| Premium Package 2 | 2,400 | |
| Convenience Package | 1,700 | |
| AWD | 2,300 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 0 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 0 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 0 | |
| Rear Seat Package | 0 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,230 | |
| Night vision | 2,365 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,000 | |
| Heated second row seats | 0 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 0 | |
| Sunshades, second row | 0 | |
| Dynamic Handling Package | 2,455 | |
| Sport Package | 2,000 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,185 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 955 | |
| Premium Package 2 | 2,185 | |
| Convenience Package | 1,545 | |
| AWD | 2,115 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | |
| Total options | 17,165 | 21,875 |
| Total options | 15,963 | 19,940 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | 77,830 | 82,950 |
| Total Invoice | 72,443 | 76,400 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | E-Class | 5-Series |
| Trim | E550 | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | |
| Power door closers | $200 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed | $150 | |
| Blind spot intervention | $200 | |
| Compact spare tire | $75 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $250 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $100 | |
| Lane departure prevention system | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $100 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $50 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $50 | |
| Traffic information | $50 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $350 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $25 | |
| Cornering lights | $25 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled front seats | $300 | |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | $750 | |
| Adaptive shocks - mechanical | $250 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $700 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,900 | $6,975 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $75 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -69 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | E-Class | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.1 in | 116.9 in |
| Length | 191.7 in | 193.1 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 57.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,145 lb. | 4,519 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.2 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 56.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.8 in | 36.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
E550
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 50 | Yes |
| Media hard drive | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| HD radio | 100 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2275 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 22% |
| Rear Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 20% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or laser-based collision preparation system | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 150 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2200 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 20% |
Option Package Details
550i
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1200 | Yes |
| Radar- or laser-based collision preparation system | 500 | Yes |
| Distance alert | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Night vision | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Night vision | 1750 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1850 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 67% |
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
| Dynamic Handling Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 750 | No |
| Active stabilizer bars | 500 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1450 | 100% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Unique exterior trim | 0 | No |
| 245/40ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| 275/35ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package 2 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| iPod integration | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Voice control over external devices | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 34% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power door closers | 200 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 25% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Price of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Able to get 2500 under invoice which I can never get for for BMW. |
| Price of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
sticker $56k plus options |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
More than most peoples house note, but, you get what you pay for and it is a Mercedes. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
It is a $100,000 car. It is expensive, and it is expensive to maintain. This is easily a $150,000 investment over 3 years. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Much higher price than competators. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
In light of the prices for all cars today, you get what you pay for and the Mercedes offers only the best. They are competitive. Only problem is high cost of repairs/maintenance. Labor costs. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 201hp 3.2L I6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Mercedes is one of the highest priced cars around. I think you pay some for the name, but some for safety and reliability |
| 2004 | 4dr Wagon 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Paid very little for it (high mileage) but cheap to keep it is not. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
They are expensive, but you get what you pay for. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
High initial purchase price, about 10-20% above similar Lexis/Infinit models |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the BMW 5-Series
| Price of the BMW 5-Series: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Better than the Lexus I was looking at for a much better handling and more luggage space vehicle. |
| Price of the BMW 5-Series: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Too expensive for what you get. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
for 60k the 5 series seems a bit pricy compared to what you can get from even an acura TL for instance. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I paid cash, but they do not usually offer incentives on the 5 series. That may have changed in this economy but the 5 series has few incentives. |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very expensive car 90K CDN or 60K USD new. Very pricey for a car. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed manual RWD |
Compared to the implicit value of Genesis, BMW simply charges too much for what you get...$25K delta just not justifiable. |
| 2001 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
still a high payment |
| 2000 | 4dr Sedan 282-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Mostly about the depreciation - you will lose money |
