BMW M550i xDrive vs Mercedes-Benz E43 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2018 Mercedes-Benz E43 AMG
Overview
| Spec | BMW M550i xDriveM550i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz E43 AMGAMG E 43 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | M550i xDrive | AMG E 43 4MATIC |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2023 | 2018 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW M550i xDriveM550i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz E43 AMGAMG E 43 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $79,900 | $71,600 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW M550i xDriveM550i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz E43 AMGAMG E 43 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG | 25 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18 gal | 21.1 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW M550i xDriveM550i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz E43 AMGAMG E 43 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 523 hp (best) | 396 hp |
| Torque | 553 lb-ft (best) | 384 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.4 L (best) | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW M550i xDriveM550i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz E43 AMGAMG E 43 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 18.7 cu ft (best) | 13.1 cu ft |
| Payload | 855 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,383 lbs | 4,145 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.2 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in (best) | 115.7 in |
| Length | 196 in (best) | 194.6 in |
| Width | 73.5 in (best) | — |
| Height | 57.8 in (best) | 57 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW M550i xDriveM550i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz E43 AMGAMG E 43 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 2 |
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 M550i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz E43 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | M550i xDrive $79,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | AMG E 43 4MATIC $71,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
BMW M550i xDrive vs Mercedes-Benz E43 AMG FAQ
- Which is better: 2023 BMW M550i xDrive or 2018 Mercedes-Benz E43 AMG?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2023 BMW M550i xDrive vs 2018 Mercedes-Benz E43 AMG on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2023 BMW M550i xDrive or 2018 Mercedes-Benz E43 AMG?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E43 AMG starts lower at $71,600.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2023 BMW M550i xDrive or 2018 Mercedes-Benz E43 AMG?
- The 2018 Mercedes-Benz E43 AMG leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (71,600).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2023 BMW M550i xDrive or 2018 Mercedes-Benz E43 AMG?
- The 2018 Mercedes-Benz E43 AMG leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
- Which has better horsepower: 2023 BMW M550i xDrive or 2018 Mercedes-Benz E43 AMG?
- The 2023 BMW M550i xDrive leads on horsepower in this comparison (523).