2024 BMW 5 Series LWB vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB Spec Comparison: Which One Should You Buy?

BMW India has released the much-anticipated 5 Series LWB in the Indian market. The premium sedan is being offered in LWB configuration for the first time in the country, and it is the brand's third long-wheelbase product in our market, following the 3 Series and the 7 Series. Customers can reserve the new model either online or via their nearest BMW shop. The 2024 5-Series LWB directly competes with the Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB in India. Here's a comparison between the BMW and the Mercedes-Benz models to see how they fare against each other when it comes to factors like specs, features, and price.

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2024 BMW 5 Series LWB vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB Spec Comparison: Dimensions

In terms of dimensions, the new 5 Series LWB is 5,165mm long, 2,156mm wide, 1,518mm high, and has a wheelbase that is 3,105mm long. In addition to the larger 19-inch M-Sport alloy wheels, the sedan has 18-inch alloy wheels. With a 3,079mm wheelbase, the E-Class LWB measures 5,075mm in length, 2,065mm in width, and 1,465mm in height. The car rides on 18-inch alloys.

2024 BMW 5 Series LWB vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB Spec Comparison: Price

The BMW 5 Series, available in a single petrol variant, carries a price tag of Rs 72.90 lakh. Meanwhile, the price range of the E-Class LWB, offered in both petrol and diesel versions, varies between Rs 76.05 lakh to Rs 89.15 lakh. All mentioned prices are ex-showroom figures. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is significantly more expensive than the new 5 Series as the latter lacks several features. Furthermore, the E-Class has an edge with diesel engine options, such as a powerful six-cylinder unit, whereas BMW has not yet introduced a long-wheelbase diesel version of the 5 Series.

2024 BMW 5 Series LWB vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB Spec Comparison: Powertrain

Let's talk about the available engines. As was previously noted, only one petrol engine option is available for the 2024 BMW 5-Series LWB. It features a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with 48V mild-hybrid technology. The engine produces 255bhp of maximum power and 400Nm of peak torque and is mated with an eight-speed automatic gearbox.

The E-Class LWB, on the other hand, has a range of engine options. A 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine in the E200 produces 194bhp and 320Nm of torque. Next, a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbodiesel engine with 400Nm of torque and 192bhp powers the E220d. Lastly, a 3.0-litre inline six-cylinder turbo diesel engine with 282bhp and 600Nm of torque propells the top-of-the-line E350d version. All three engines come equipped with a 9G-TRONIC automatic gearbox.

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2024 BMW 5 Series LWB vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB Spec Comparison: Features

With the 5 Series, the BMW boasts an impressive array of technological features, including a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a 14.9-inch touchscreen, cruise control, an illuminated grille, automatic headlamps and wipers, powered front seats, ambient lighting, digital key (which unlocks and locks the vehicle using a smartphone or NFC card), a 655W 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound system, 360-degree cameras, reversing assistant, and a smartphone-based remote parking feature. Meanwhile, the safety kit comprises traction control, dynamic stability control, eight airbags, and ADAS features.

The Mercedes-Benz model comes equipped with features like a panoramic sunroof, powered front seats, a Burmester sound system, 360-degree cameras, three-zone climate control, soft close doors, powered sun blinds for the rear windows, adaptive air suspension, and two 12.3-inch displays for the instrument cluster and central touchscreen. The E-Class also gets connected car technology, just like the BMW. Despite having only seven airbags, the Mercedes' safety equipment is comparable to that of the 5 Series.