2016 BMW 5 Series vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

For decades, the German Big Three- BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi– have gone head-to-head to earn the highest praise from consumers. While each brand has gained notable success, there are areas where one outshines the other. Drivers in the market for luxury have plenty of quality options, which means that research is an essential part of the car buying process. In order to aid the research process, we decided to put BMW against one of its strongest competitors- Mercedes-Benz. The BMW 5 Series offers drivers a full-size luxury option, complete with an abundance of power. Another full-size luxury option- the Mercedes-Benz E-Class- offers many of the same aspects. To see where the models differ, we put the 2016 BMW 5 Series vs. the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. If you’re curious to learn which model has one leg up, read on.

Under the hood, the BMW 5 Series is equipped with a 2.0-liter Inline-Four engine, capable of outputting a whopping 240 horsepower. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class offers a 2.1-liter Inline-Four, which produces 195 horsepower. In terms of base model performance, BMW has one leg up on Mercedes-Benz.

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2016 BMW 5 Series convenience and luxury features

The 2016 BMW 5 Series boasts power, but it also offers an abundance of convenience and luxury features. Cruise control, front and rear seatback storage, a universal remote control and more give drivers the necessary convenience and comfort. In addition to the convenience and comfort the 2016 5 Series offers, plenty of luxury features are included.

Memorized settings- including the audio system, steering and seating- are a part of the interior makeup. Ten speakers and subwoofers give drivers access to top-notch entertainment, while Bluetooth and USB connection allow owners to choose what they listen to, and when they listen to it.