BMW 5 Series vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Overview | |
Years produced1994-Present | Years produced1972-Present |
MSRP$114,500 | MSRP$57,900 |
Average price$66,775 | Average price$27,368 |
Listings261 | Listings331 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryWhen it comes to good design, even better luxury, and stellar performance, it’s tough to beat the three-pointed star. The S-Class is a few years into its latest generation, but Mercedes trotted out a new powertrain for 2023. It’s not a full battery-electric vehicle—for that you’ll want the EQS—but for many consumers the plug-in hybrid can be a convenient stop-gap for those not ready to commit to leaving the gas station behind for good. | |
Reviews Summary | |
No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 429 hp I6 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower429 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 429 hp I6 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower429 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.9 cu ft | Cargo Space18.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight4740 lbs | Curb Weight4041 lbs |
Height59.2 in | Height59.6 in |
Length208.2 in | Length199.2 in |
Width83.0 in | Width84.9 in |
Wheelbase126.6 in | Wheelbase117.9 in |
Maximum Payload1387 lbs | Maximum Payload977 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1994-Present | 1972-Present |
MSRP | $114,500 | $57,900 |
Average price | $66,775 | $27,368 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | When it comes to good design, even better luxury, and stellar performance, it’s tough to beat the three-pointed star. The S-Class is a few years into its latest generation, but Mercedes trotted out a new powertrain for 2023. It’s not a full battery-electric vehicle—for that you’ll want the EQS—but for many consumers the plug-in hybrid can be a convenient stop-gap for those not ready to commit to leaving the gas station behind for good. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 429 hp I6 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 429 hp I6 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.9 cu ft | 18.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4740 lbs | 4041 lbs |
Height | 59.2 in | 59.6 in |
Length | 208.2 in | 199.2 in |
Width | 83.0 in | 84.9 in |
Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 117.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1387 lbs | 977 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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