BMW 5 Series Sedan vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class Plug-in Hybrid
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BMW 5 Series Sedan and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Plug-in Hybrid as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp. and IC Star Automotive, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: BMW AG (bmw.co.th), via bmw.co.th.
BMW 5 Series Sedan
530e variant
- SRP
- ₱5,198,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱90,455
Photo: Mercedes-Benz Philippines (IC Star Automotive, Inc.), via mercedes-benz.ph.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Plug-in Hybrid
E 350 e Exclusive variant
- SRP
- ₱5,490,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱95,536
How they differ
- The BMW 5 Series Sedan is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱5,198,000, which is ₱292,000 (5%) below the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Plug-in Hybrid at ₱5,490,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the 5 Series Sedan is estimated at ₱90,455 a month against ₱95,536 for the E-Class Plug-in Hybrid, a difference of ₱5,081 a month.
- The 5 Series Sedan makes more power (299 PS against 204 PS for the E-Class Plug-in Hybrid).
- The 5 Series Sedan has more torque (450 Nm against 320 Nm for the E-Class Plug-in Hybrid).
- The 5 Series Sedan is the longer vehicle (5,060 mm against 4,949 mm for the E-Class Plug-in Hybrid).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BMW 5 Series Sedan530e, ₱5,198,000 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class Plug-in HybridE 350 e Exclusive, ₱5,490,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 2.0L TwinPower Turbo inline-4 petrol, plug-in hybrid | 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 petrol plug-in hybrid with one electric motor |
| Displacement (differs) | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 299 PS | 204 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 6100 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | n/a | 2,000-4,000 |
| Emission standard (differs) | n/a | Euro 6e |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 22.1 kWh | 19.53 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | n/a | Lithium-ion |
| Electric range (differs) | 102 km | n/a |
| Range test cycle (differs) | WLTP | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | 135 kW | n/a |
| AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 8-speed automatic | 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain (differs) | Rear-wheel drive | n/a |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 5060 mm | 4949 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1515 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2995 mm | 2961 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 2080 kg | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 5 | n/a |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 60 L | n/a |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 520 L | n/a |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | n/a | Comfort suspension |
| Rear suspension (differs) | n/a | Comfort suspension |
| Wheels (differs) | n/a | 20-inch AMG multi-spoke alloy, black high-sheen |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | n/a | ABS with Brake Assist (BAS) |
| Driver assistance (differs) | n/a | Active Parking Assist with PARKTRONIC, ATTENTION ASSIST, driver monitoring camera, PRE-SAFE |
| Stability control (differs) | n/a | Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Acceleration Slip Regulation |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | n/a | MBUX with 14.4-inch central touchscreen and hard-disc navigation |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | n/a | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless phone charging |
| Instrument panel (differs) | n/a | Digital driver display with MBUX Superscreen (14.4-inch central + 12.3-inch passenger screen) |
| Headlight (differs) | n/a | DIGITAL LIGHT with projection function |
| Keyless system (differs) | n/a | KEYLESS-GO with HANDS-FREE ACCESS |
| Other features (differs) | n/a | AC Type 2 charging socket, 7 kW wallbox with 5 m cable supplied; panoramic sliding sunroof; head-up display; 4-zone THERMOTRONIC climate control; climatised front seats; Burmester 4D surround sound; selfie and video camera |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | n/a | 3 years |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.