2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

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2018 BMW 5 Series

2018 BMW 5 Series

 

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2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2018 BMW 5 Series

Whether you choose the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class or 2018 BMW 5 Series for your next midsize German luxury sedan, you’ll be achieving status, prestige, and loads of luxury. In the following areas, though, the E-Class comes out on top with:

  • A lower starting price

  • Better max performance

  • Extra standard features

Get a fuller picture by reading on below, and count on Mercedes-Benz of Palm Springs for all your luxury auto needs.

2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class in the mountains

Starting Price

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class edges out the BMW 5 Series with a lower starting price:

  • Mercedes-Benz E-Class – MSRP from $52,150*

  • BMW 5 Series – MSRP from $52,400

2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class seating

Max Performance

The E-Class and 5-series are both offered with a range of capable turbocharged, V6, and V8 engines, but the E-Class wins out at the top of the line with more max horsepower and torque:

  • Mercedes-Benz E-Class – The top engine in the E-Class lineup comes on the AMG® E 63 S, which gets a hand-crafted AMG® bi-turbo 4.0L V8 engine that makes 603 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque

  • BMW 5 Series – The most powerful 5 Series engine is a twin-turbo V8 that falls well short of the competition at 456 hp and 480 lb-ft of torque.

2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class dashboard

Standard Features

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class and BMW 5 Series sedans both come with standard features like leatherette upholstery, a sunroof, power front seats, a navigation system, and a premium infotainment system. However, only the Mercedes-Benz E-Class gets the following features standard:

  • Apple CarPlay™

  • Android Auto™

  • Adaptive suspension

Additionally, the E-Class gets a standard 12.3-inch screen, while the 5 Series only gets a 10.2-inch screen.

2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class on the beach

Move Up with the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

You’ll find a range of new Mercedes-Benz E-Class sedans for sale now at Mercedes-Benz of Palm Springs, along with models from the E-Class Coupe lineup. Come in for a test drive any day of the week at 4095 E. Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs, CA. You’re also welcome to contact us online or call us at (866) 413-2555 with any questions!

*Excludes all options, taxes, title registration, $995 transportation charge and dealer preparation fees.

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