BMW i5 vs Mercedes-Benz E350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Mercedes-Benz E350
Overview
| Spec | BMW i5eDrive40 | Mercedes-Benz E350E 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | eDrive40 | E 350 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | electric | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW i5eDrive40 | Mercedes-Benz E350E 350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $67,100 | $65,200 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $62,299 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $64,989 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $65,632 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 4 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW i5eDrive40 | Mercedes-Benz E350E 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 28 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 25 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 33 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 110 MPGe (best) | — |
| Electric range | 310 mi (best) | — |
| Battery capacity | 84 kWh (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 8 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | — | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW i5eDrive40 | Mercedes-Benz E350E 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 335 hp (best) | 255 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| Engine size | — | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW i5eDrive40 | Mercedes-Benz E350E 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 17.3 cu ft (best) | 12.7 cu ft |
| Payload | 988 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,916 lbs | 4,134 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in (best) | 116.6 in |
| Length | 199.2 in (best) | 194.9 in |
| Width | 74.8 in (best) | 74 in |
| Height | 59.6 in (best) | 57.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW i5eDrive40 | Mercedes-Benz E350E 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW i5 | Mercedes-Benz E350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | eDrive40 $67,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) | E 350 $65,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | xDrive40 $70,100 MSRP | E 350 4MATIC $67,700 MSRP |
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BMW i5 vs Mercedes-Benz E350 FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 BMW i5 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz E350?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW i5 vs 2027 Mercedes-Benz E350 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 BMW i5 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz E350?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Mercedes-Benz E350 starts lower at $65,200. Live BMW i5 listings start at $62,299.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW i5 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz E350?
- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz E350 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (65,200).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW i5 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz E350?
- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz E350 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 BMW i5 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz E350?
- The 2027 BMW i5 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (310).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW i5 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz E350?
- The 2027 BMW i5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (389).