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BMW 5-Series vs.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
On this site: compare the BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class in terms of:
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On this page: The Internet's most balanced and thorough car price and features comparison between the BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Including:
- Price Comparison
- Invoice Comparison
- Feature Comparison
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- Customized Price Comparison
- Dealer Price Quotes
Specifications Comparison | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | 5-Series | E-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 | 113.1 |
| Length | 191.1 | 191.7 |
| Width | 72.7 | 73.0 |
| Height | 57.8 | 57.7 |
| Curb Weight | 3968 | 4034 |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 | 21.1 |
| R1 Headroom | 37.7 | 37.9 |
| R1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 | 57.8 |
| R1 Legroom | 41.5 | 41.3 |
| R2 Headroom | 37.9 | 38.2 |
| R2 Shoulder Room | 57.2 | 56.9 |
| R2 Legroom | 36.0 | 35.8 |
| Cargo Volume | 14.0 | 15.9 |
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz E-ClassThe 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. | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | 5-Series | E-Class |
| Trim | 550i | E550 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $60,400 | $56,300 |
| 6-spd shiftable automatic | $0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $2,400 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $250 | |
| Cold Weather Package | $750 | |
| Drive Dynamic Driver Seat | $650 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | $2,900 | |
| Folding second row | $475 | |
| Harman/Kardon 420W 13 speakers | $1,200 | |
| Keyless access and ignition | $1,000 | |
| Lane departure warning system | $950 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | $720 | |
| Night vision | $2,200 | $1,750 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $950 | |
| Power sunshade, rear | $575 | |
| Premium I Package | $4,400 | |
| Premium II Package | $2,400 | |
| Rear Seat Package | $430 | |
| Rear side airbags | $385 | $410 |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $595 | |
| Sport Package | $4,700 | $0 |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $500 | |
| Value Package | $0 | |
| Total options | $15,980 | $14,610 |
| Destination | $825 | $875 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $0 | $0 |
| Net Price | $77,205 | $71,785 |
| Lowest Net Price | E-Class E550 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | $5,420 | |
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Invoice Comparison : BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz E-ClassDealer cost before holdback, bonuses, advertising fees, and such. Also before adjusting for remaining feature differences.Models that are not in demand can often be purchased at or a few hundred dollars over these prices. | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | 5-Series | E-Class |
| Trim | 550i | E550 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Invoice | $55,750 | $52,359 |
| 6-spd shiftable automatic | $0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $2,135 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $230 | |
| Cold Weather Package | $685 | |
| Drive Dynamic Driver Seat | $604 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | $2,697 | |
| Folding second row | $430 | |
| Harman/Kardon 420W 13 speakers | $1,090 | |
| Keyless access and ignition | $910 | |
| Lane departure warning system | $865 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | $669 | |
| Night vision | $1,695 | $1,628 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $884 | |
| Power sunshade, rear | $525 | |
| Premium I Package | $4,092 | |
| Premium II Package | $2,232 | |
| Rear Seat Package | $400 | |
| Rear side airbags | $350 | $381 |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $540 | |
| Sport Package | $4,275 | $0 |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $455 | |
| Value Package | $0 | |
| Total options | $14,185 | $13,587 |
| Destination | $825 | $875 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $0 | $0 |
| Net Invoice | $70,760 | $66,821 |
| Lowest Net Invoice | E-Class E550 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | $3,939 | |
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Feature Comparison : BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz E-ClassAdjusts for unshared features -- values in parentheses These are features on some but not all of the displayed trim lines.In parentheses are the values assigned to these features by TrueDelta or, optionally, by you. | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | 5-Series | E-Class |
| Trim | 550i | E550 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 360hp V8 | 382hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 ($1100) | T7 ($1200) |
| Drivetrain | RWD ($0) | RWD ($0) |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway) | 15 / 23 | 16 / 24 |
| Tires (rear if not equal) | 275/30-19 | 265/35-18 |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 420, 13 | 610, 14 |
| Accessories | ||
| Parking guidance system - passive ($350) | Not incl. | Package |
| Power decklid ($350) | Not incl. | Package |
| Sunshades, second row ($125) | Package | Not incl. |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed ($150) | Not incl. | Package |
| Blind spot warning system ($200) | Not incl. | Package |
| Driver drowsiness monitor ($500) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Knee bag, driver ($100) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Pedestrian detection ($100) | Not incl. | Package |
| Radar-based collision preparation system ($500) | Not incl. | Package |
| Rearview monitor ($200) | Not incl. | Package |
| Rollover sensor ($100) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Tires, run-flat ($150) | Package | Not incl. |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment ($50) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Console with shifter ($150) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Console without shifter ($150) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) ($50) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| CD changer, in-dash ($325) | Not incl. | Standard |
| CD player ($125) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Digital media reader ($50) | Not incl. | Standard |
| DVD-compatible player ($0) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles ($15) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Media hard drive ($200) | Not incl. | Package |
| MP3-compatible player ($50) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Rear air vents ($100) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Rear air vents with manual controls ($150) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Satellite radio ($200) | Not incl. | Package |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription ($300) | Option | Not incl. |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings ($75) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock ($25) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror ($75) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Cornering lights ($25) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Fog light, rear ($100) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Power-folding mirrors ($50) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver first row ($300) | Not incl. | Package |
| Cooled first row ($300) | Not incl. | Package |
| Heated steering wheel first row ($100) | Package | Not incl. |
| Massage, driver first row ($100) | Not incl. | Package |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver first row ($100) | Package | Not incl. |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger first row ($100) | Package | Not incl. |
| Power thigh support, passenger first row ($100) | Package | Not incl. |
| Power upper seatback recline, driver first row ($100) | Package | Not incl. |
| Power upper seatback recline, passenger first row ($100) | Package | Not incl. |
| Power-folding headrests second row ($50) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Active stabilizer bars ($500) | Package | Not incl. |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical ($1000) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Air springs, auto-leveling and height adjustable ($1250) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Alloy wheels ($350) | Package | Not incl. |
| Polished alloy wheels ($700) | Not incl. | Package |
| Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total. | -$0 | -$5,040 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz E-ClassThese are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison. | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | 5-Series | E-Class |
| Trim | 550i | E550 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Net Price (from Price table) | $77,205 | $71,785 |
| Adjustment (from Feature table) | -$0 | -$5,040 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Price | $77,205 | $66,745 |
| Net Invoice (from Invoice table) | $70,760 | $66,821 |
| Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices. | -$0 | -$4,691 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Invoice | $70,760 | $62,130 |
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice | E-Class E550 4dr Sedan | |
| TrueDelta Price Difference | $10,460 | |
| TrueDelta Invoice Difference | $8,630 | |
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Notes
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
The "TrueDelta Value Comparison" figures optionally include rebates available to the general public in the Chicago area (e.g. they include bonuses from finance subsidiaries but not those for current owners or the military) and adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players.
Usually the base prices, options, and packages you see here match those on the window stickers. However, in some cases these have been restructured to simplify the database and calculations. These modifictions have no impact on the "total" and "net" figures.
Writers: Please acknowledge TrueDelta.com when using these figures.
