BMW M5 Sedan vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BMW M5 Sedan and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class 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 Philippines (SMC Asia Car Distributors), via bmw.com.ph.
BMW M5 Sedan
M5 Pure variant
- SRP
- ₱10,890,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱189,505
Photo: Mercedes-Benz Philippines (IC Star Automotive, Inc.), via mercedes-benz.ph.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
S 450 4MATIC Long variant
- SRP
- ₱16,490,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱286,955
How they differ
- The BMW M5 Sedan is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱10,890,000, which is ₱5,600,000 (34%) below the Mercedes-Benz S-Class at ₱16,490,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the M5 Sedan is estimated at ₱189,505 a month against ₱286,955 for the S-Class, a difference of ₱97,450 a month.
- The M5 Sedan makes more power (727 PS against 367.2 PS for the S-Class).
- The M5 Sedan has more torque (1,000 Nm against 500 Nm for the S-Class).
- The M5 Sedan has the larger engine (4,395 cc against 2,999 cc for the S-Class).
- The S-Class is the longer vehicle (5,289 mm against 5,096 mm for the M5 Sedan).
- They differ in powertrain: the M5 Sedan has a plug-in hybrid powertrain, the S-Class a combustion engine.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BMW M5 SedanM5 Pure, ₱10,890,000 | Mercedes-Benz S-ClassS 450 4MATIC Long, ₱16,490,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 4.4L M TwinPower Turbo V8 petrol, plug-in hybrid | 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 petrol, EQ Boost mild hybrid |
| Displacement (differs) | 4395 cc | 2999 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 727 PS | 367.2 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 5500 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 1000 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | n/a | 1,600-4,500 |
| Fuel economy (differs) | n/a | 11 km/L |
| Emission standard (differs) | n/a | Euro 6d-ISC-FCM |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 18.6 kWh | n/a |
| Electric range (differs) | 65 km | n/a |
| Range test cycle (differs) | WLTP | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | 145 kW | n/a |
| AC charging (differs) | 11 kW | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 8-speed M Steptronic automatic | 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain (differs) | All-wheel drive (M xDrive) | 4MATIC all-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 5096 mm | 5289 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1970 mm | 1954 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1510 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 3006 mm | 3216 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 2510 kg | 1990 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 5 | n/a |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 60 L | 65 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 466 L | 550 L |
| Payload (differs) | n/a | 770 kg |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | n/a | AIRMATIC air suspension |
| Rear suspension (differs) | n/a | AIRMATIC air suspension |
| Wheels (differs) | n/a | 20-inch multi-twin-spoke alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | n/a | ABS with Brake Assist (BAS) |
| Driver assistance (differs) | n/a | Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist, 360-degree camera |
| Stability control (differs) | n/a | Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Acceleration Slip Regulation |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | n/a | MBUX with 12.8-inch OLED central display |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | n/a | Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless system (differs) | n/a | KEYLESS-GO Comfort Package with flush door handles |
| Other features (differs) | n/a | Burmester 3D surround sound; climatised rear seats; electric sunblinds in rear doors and rear window; THERMOTRONIC climate control |
| 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.