Two cars on the same rows. The figures are all here, with their sources, so you can read them yourself and decide what matters.
| BMW i5 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel (differs) | Electric | Hybrid |
| From (indicative) (differs) | € 79,900 | € 78,500 |
| Status | Available | Available |
| Model years | 2023-now | 2023-now |
| RatingsRating figures: higher is better (scale 0-100). What each category measures is explained on the methodology page. | ||
| Sustainability (environmental impact) (differs) | 80/100 | 57/100 |
| Reliability (differs) | 71/100 | 69/100 |
| Efficiency (differs) | 74/100 | 69/100 |
| Practicality (differs) | 70/100 | 62/100 |
| Value retention (differs) | 68/100 | 66/100 |
| Specifications | ||
| Range (WLTP, km) (differs) | 582 | 113 |
| Battery (kWh) (differs) | 81.2 | 19.5 |
| Power (hp) (differs) | 340 | 312 |
| 0–100 km/h (s) (differs) | 6 | 6.4 |
| Top speed (km/h) (differs) | 193 | 236 |
| Length (mm) (differs) | 5060 | 4949 |
| Width (mm) (differs) | 1900 | 1880 |
| Height (mm) (differs) | 1515 | 1468 |
| Kerb weight (kg) (differs) | 2205 | 2190 |
| Fast charging, public charger (kW) (differs) | 205 | – |
| Max. towing weight, braked (kg) (differs) | 1500 | 2100 |
| Boot (l) (differs) | 490 | 370 |
| Consumption WLTP (kWh/100km) (differs) | 15.9 | – |
| Consumption WLTP (l/100km) (differs) | – | 0.7 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
WLTP is the official EU test cycle; real-world figures are usually a bit lower. See the guide on WLTP versus real-world consumption.
OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure
A short write-up on each car, one paragraph apiece. We describe them on their own terms rather than picking a winner.
Profile · G60 eDrive40 (2024)
Fully electric 5 Series on the G60 body, rear-wheel drive in the eDrive40. WLTP around 582 km with the 81.2 kWh net battery (manufacturer figure, indicative); winter range is lower according to owners (public forums, not measured by us). DC charging peaks around 205 kW.
Profile · W214 E300e (2024)
Sixth-generation E-Class (W214), introduced 2023. The E300e is a plug-in hybrid with a petrol four-cylinder and an electric motor, together about 312 hp. WLTP electric range around 113 km with the 19.5 kWh net battery (manufacturer figure, indicative). Braked towing weight 2,100 kg.
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No tax or financial advice. Every figure shows its source and reference date. Always compare with an independent adviser and the official source. Source: OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure.