all-new Mercedes E-Class W214 vs BMW 5 Series G60 comparison REVIEW

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►Subscribe here: kzbin.info ►Also subscribe to our KZbin shorts channel: kzbin.info/door/mKVmuPc9wUlLuuhnIeP7_w ►Follow us on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok @autogefuehl 00:00 E-Class AMG-Line vs 5 Series M Sport 01:31 Length, suspension, real-axle steering 03:18 Rear and lamps 04:23 Key fob comparison 04:35 Interior: E-Class AMG Line 08:48 Rear seats E-Class 09:30 Rear seats 5 Series 09:53 Door closing sound comparison 10:21 Interior: 5 Series M Sport 13:52 Trunk / boot comparison 14:58 Engines 15:50 Driving and acceleration E-Class W214 18:17 E-Class now sportier? 24:28 Driving and acceleration 5 Series G60 32:20 Which one is more engaging? 35:38 Fuel economy 520d vs E220d 37:27 Which one to buy? 40:16 Pricing #MercedesEClass #BMW5Series Transparency note: Autogefühl videos are independent and free from editorial influence on opinion and rating. But since manufacturers enable us to do the reviews in the first place, for legal reasons this video is marked as _advertisement_.

[@brownhairydog6472]

To me the door handles on new cars is a perfect analogy for how the entire vehicle is now compared to older cars. The old pull style version was ergonomically perfect but now we have these stupid flush handles. Then you go inside and knobs are replaced but screens. I'm not against progress but we seem to be going away from good design.

[@vitreoushumor]

Absolutely

[@Sanpedranoazul]

We're going backwards, much complicated to open a simple door

[@Gemini_0815]

Yes. And it’s not even bad to operate as long as everything works. But once things start to age, these cars become immediately uneconomical to repair. At 150000km / 10 years most of these cars will be trash.

[@eek8605]

Well I own a car with flush handles, it feels more luxury for some reason. Not sure why it is a big deal... I mean opening the door is simple enough While I do prefer having some physical buttons, you get used to it, then you kind of apperciate the minimalism 😮

[@Gemini_0815]

@@eek8605 agreed, it’s nice as long as everything works.

[@samueld6511]

The previous 5 series looked so good this new one is quite ugly. It's E Class exclusice Line with the standing star on the bonnet for me. Looks great.

[@muhammeducar2718]

Agree

[@Salyar]

On the contrary, BMW has finally put together a design with beautiful lines. I see the contours of the E60 generation, which, in my opinion, was impressive.

[@seansiew5629]

@@SalyarG30 is still the best looking modern 5 series besides the E39

[@jdfd4906]

Till u see one in person. It looks impressive.

[@fmkl4492]

Bmw is much better than merc this time around, n the interior,no doubt

[@Bagook]

For me it's 100% the E class especially from the front and the side view ❤

[@JamesSmith-qs4hx]

And it has the 3 pointed swastka hood ornament 😀

[@dianapurnell2157]

E Class hands down❤

[@DvL.997]

And interior

[@Haricane61]

@@JamesSmith-qs4hx yeah thats good i need that ❤ i dirve with in to gaza

[@bluegrassbabe1]

I am a BMW 5 series owner, and I can say that I like the exterior of both. When it comes to the interior it is Mercedes hands down the winner. BMW has had the better-quality interior but this new one not only is cheaper but looks cheaper. The rear cup holders looks like they came from a kia, in fact the BMW interior looks KIA-ish. Rough not padded lower doors, no felt lined pockets to dampen noise and to keep items from sliding around as well as no rear seat pockets at all. BMW has taken the 5 in a direction that disagrees with me. I am surprised to say I'd buy the E over the 5.

[@dragospahontu]

It is still more ergonomial than Mercedes Benz

[@saviola01]

japan is destroying bmw these cars dont deserve the name bmw anymore or the money they ask for it. sad but true and me to bmw owner but older models i dont like the newer cars at all from any brand.

[@Supersonic107-5]

U prefer the flashy screens and piano black to leather and tactile buttons

[@Kdc861]

84k for a 520d 😮 and 104k for a e220d 😮😮 I never thought such small engines would be that expensive 😅😅

[@JohnyMcNeal]

In 2019 520d starting price was around 50k euros if not mistaken. 550i was around 75k starting price. So percentage wise around 50% increase in price for 520d. Cool right...

[@Kdc861]

@@JohnyMcNeal I really thought there was a mistake or I didn't hear it right, also quality wise they look cheaper than their predecessors, so increase in price and drop in quality I guess they are very happy with the margins they get now...

[@JohnyMcNeal]

​@@Kdc861We'll see. Because sales overall on new cars dropped 30 percent this year. Amd NA market prices are not only lower for Japanese cars but for European cars as well. Haven't checked the rest. Either way it's bad what they did with car industry but a bit less than 10 years ago those were the prognosis when all the merges of corpos started. Now only few of them have monopoly.

[@markus8484]

@@JohnyMcNealstarting price for the 520d g60 is 59k in germany. So what are you talking about?

[@AbdulRahman-bf6tx]

​@@JohnyMcNeal you are comparing entry prices with a full speced car, 84k and 104k are not the entry prices

[@micko9030]

Prices are absolutely shockingly outrageous! 15 years ago they were around 45.000 eur. And I was even more stunned by the 20.000 eur difference for the tested models.

[@Tom_Ate_95]

well, almost everything was cheaper 15 years ago

[@autogefuehl]

agree. EClass for 100 k like wtf. My parents were able to buy a used W123 although they didnt have major money. Today inconceivable

[@mattsoutherden]

Surely there's a market of more than just me who would like a high quality car that isn't completely plastered in motorised vents, ambient lighting, moving door handles, and capacitive touch buttons everywhere? Not only does it add hugely to the initial cost, but they're all things that are certain to fail at massive expense.

[@Twin.motors]

15 years ago ? I bought a mid tier AMG line E class brand new in 2019 and it was 43,000. These prices are an insult and a joke

[@genjimain1212]

First world problems. Don't complain about the price; we have to pay 200.000$ for the same car because of taxes. So basically we buy 1 car for ourselves, 3 cars for the government. And GDP per capita is not even quarter of Europe.

[@giotto4321]

I think the E-class wins for me both internally and externally. The screen on the 5-series looks like a real last minute add-on; it's too angular at the corners and to me, appears quite dated. But that was a great review and comparison, thanks very much. PS loved the accidental star-burst off the Merc badge at 15:22mins! ;)

[@autogefuehl]

:-) that reflection is awesome yeah

[@hamzaelfaik5375]

They should have at least kept the old extérior 5 séries design

[@ЮристСПб-ш2м]

I agree.The new Mercedes Benz E Class has surpassed the BMW 5 Series for the first time.

[@MatosJr1004]

Agreed

[@maarrcc_travel]

for me the small screen in the driver position on the e-class looks like last minute added. I like the hyper screen better on the eqs etc

[@elmanuel472]

BMW 84k and Benz 104k should have been told in the beginning as it's all about bang for the buck. Great Review!

[@dekoeneridder2452]

Always waiting for Thomas saying "4K,full screen, full length let's go!". I love this channel!❤

[@autogefuehl]

great to have you here - keep tuning in !

[@lapirk]

It's up there with "I'll be back"

[@alexcimpoi]

I have seen both of them on public roads and was shocked by each of them in their own ways. Mercedes looks sleeker and more traditional and classy than ever before, a marvel to rest your eyes upon. Not to mention the beautifully crafted interior that resemble quality on any surface you are in contact with. With the BMW is a totally opposite story, I was shocked of the boxy look and departure from the classic timeless design that made the 5 series so special. The previous generation looks better in every aspect from the exterior to the high quality ergonomic interior. The sales will probably tell the truth.

[@gottliebdee263]

they both look as bad as each other. The 5er, just ugly. The E, far too cheap and chintzy looking.

[@_sr]

Agreed

[@3458-s3q]

Absolutly have too agree, the BMW looks like such a big downgrade from the outside, almost like a cheap copy of the previous generation.

[@JohnyMcNeal]

They basically ruined whole bmw lineup with 7 series being the worst. Engineering part on side, I trust bmw there, in general. But design team, I would replace all of them and directors that chose this path. In the end, seems they care more about Chinese market. And if so I personally say f them.

[@philipilizarov4624]

I agree. Mercedes is Mercedes always a beautiful elegant machine. BMW is gorgeous also but this new one may be a downgrade :(

[@japraksarma1713]

E class all the way.😊 5 series - It has the vertical line, where the car looks high and it "lacks width". Screen unit looks like an aftermarket part. Where in Mercedes screen units are implemented in the console. Just beautifully done.

[@us1fedvet]

MB wins this one, hands down. What a great looking car. Let’s just keep the real engine, not a series of motors and batteries. I’m astounded as to the price points for both, however. Thomas, you have a great channel! Happy Thanksgiving to you from the USA!

[@autogefuehl]

thanks and enjoy holidays!

[@siddharthkothari7524]

E class looks fantastic. Huge upgrade from the current generation.

[@konstantinkennedy2244]

@@serz1885enjoy your Skoda

[@uberenthusiasts]

@@serz1885 Lol enjoy your Skoda

[@konstantinkennedy2244]

@@serz1885 you might not realize it but you are driving a bolex, no matter how you try to justify it but in most people's eyes mercedes is a ROLEX wether you like it or not

[@onthetrench4178]

Wrong! It looks way worse interior and exterior (accept for the seats)

[@ryans7097]

E looks way better IMO (5 has grown on me though). I’ve test driven a couple of recent Mercedes models and the all capacitive buttons for basic controls was just way too annoying for me. Such a bummer they can’t do a physical control for something as simple as volume. Would like to see you do a review on the 540i when it’s available! Great breakdown as always.

[@EmperialHails]

Previous versions of both were excellent.

[@investigativeali]

BMW looks like a "lego or minecraft car" next to the magnificent Mercedes! Thank you for your efforts👍.

[@arnenel8642]

Definitely the E Class!!!!

[@ucsdvc]

This is the comparison I’ve been waiting for! Thank you!

[@autogefuehl]

enjoy !

[@Makro3d]

I've figured it out. The BMW reminds me of a mixture of early 00's Mitsubishi Lancer in the front, and '90's Honda Civic/Prelude in the rear. So for me, I'd go with the Mercedes. Maybe get a personalised seat to offset the harshness in the rear of your back though.

[@_sr]

Definitely mercedes made the better car. I like the approach they use different platforms for electric and ice cars.. Bmw has that extra dimensions and smaller trunk etc just because of the common platform.

[@anilmirap]

E-Class W214 is a real car instead of a toy as such as 5 Series G60. E-Class is the clear winner with no doubts according to this great review Thomas, thank you.

[@user-Markk81]

The BMW feels f***ing cheap inside, especially the door panels. The E-class is completely on another level of luxury.

[@81lordnelson]

Oh wow for years I have drooled over the Eclass.....especially the Estate.......now with BMWs reliability climbing a bit and the new design language...YES!

[@tiga8032]

BMW really shoot themselves on the foot with this design 😂 E class as a clearly winner

[@KOA10452]

The E-class just looks so much more elegant!

[@mart_en]

The BMW is 11 cm longer than the Mercedes but those extra cm don't give you more interior space because 10 of the 11 cm went into the much longer frontal overhang. The nose of the Beamer is 94,5 cm long whereas the one the Mercedes sticks out only 84,8 cm. If you take that huge nose of the BMW away both cars are almost identical in length.

[@worldisawesome6789]

BMW won't give you too much interior space even if it's longer because BMW cars are weight distribution is 50/50, idk how many BMW have you own so far but I did own the 7 series f01 and F10 and way other BMWs 1 - 3 series even the x5 e70 and in all of this cars you're siting in the middle of the car as the driver. And not in the front like the Audi or Mercedes, where de weight is 60/40 some of them

[@vipermoon_]

What you think they're just all 50/50 weight distribution because they want it so or willed it into place? That isn't so easy@@worldisawesome6789

[@PurchaseLeadXtract]

The larger nose... especially with a 4-cylinder engine, is just insane and ridiculous. BMW used to be known for its long nose, which complemented their famous inline-6 engines. Now, it just looks absurd.

[@enniol8043]

I have been watching these two compete since the Mercedes-Benz W210 was competing versus the BMW E39. These two companies have been pushing each other for a very long time and the ultimate winner has been the buyer. Even if you have always preferred the MB, it's better because of the BMW and vice versa.

[@winstonw5273]

As a e class owner from 2014. This gen w214 is very very appealing. Make it stand out among their EV competitors.

[@BvB-lp3nr]

that e class is already legendary

[@flyboyflash3184]

Thomas, As usual, you’re on it. You’re still the best!😊

[@autogefuehl]

thanks so much! Keep recommending !

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[@davidmitchell5638]

Thank you so much for doing these reviews in English! €104k for the E Class...holy shit!!

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[@chrispnw2547]

Which one will have the higher cost to service and repair? TCO should be a measurable metric as the vehicles are increasing in price.

[@autogefuehl]

unsure yet. However at this moment it seems that reliability has gone up for BMW while it went down for Mercedes according to latest figures

[@swulabs]

CAN WE STILL PURCHASE THE PREVIOUS VERSION OF THE 5 SERIES??

[@SDav21]

At 5:11, I am so so happy to hear that they have not used the nasty hard plastics on the lower half of the doors and dash like they did with the C Class and most of their line up. You can even see in that part that it looks like higher quality over the nasty plastic on their other models. It is this quality and attention to detail that made German cars, and Mercedes in particular, feel special. There may be a good replacement for my W212 2014 E350 Bluetec after all. Only if there is a 6 cylinder diesel though. I have the 80 litre tank and on the highway at 120kph I average 5.2 litres per 100kms and can travel about 1400kms on a tank. And because it is a V6 diesel, all the torque makes overtaking effortless. It is fast and effortless without using much fuel. Diesel should remain. It is less complex than a hybrid and for me I feel will last longer.

[@scottsmith9903]

I’m also really happy about the material choices ,I’m even shocked the BMW used cheaper plastics this time around

[@SDav21]

@@scottsmith9903 yes I agree. That's crazy. They swapped roles for this one. Lol.

[@IT_Farhan]

I have not sat inside a w214, but my w213 leaves a lot of be desired in the creaky plastic department. I have disassembled the center console and felt lined the inside plastic to plastic junctions. After watching the w206 videos my expectations for the E class are extremely low.

[@BobsUp83]

@@IT_Farhan My W205 C Class was also terrible for rattles and creaky interior...pretty much everything was rattling inside giving an overall feeling of cheap car! To me it doesn't make sense to put soft materials and felt tapes in the scompartments if then all the rest rattles, completely non-sense and it's a way to fool people (what you see looks nice, but what you don't see is super cheap and cost saving, but still you pay for a premium product...)

[@ezioauditore9416]

This new E-Class front-look ... 🤩👍

[@arefkr]

26:17 Thomas's girlfriend changed pants while Thomas was accelerating

[@autogefuehl]

gotta include some easter eggs for very attentive viewers

[@b3h3mthdy]

Interesting, you say the 520i has adaptive damping, but this option is not available in the configurator in Germany

[@artlorddavis5836]

Simple. I’ll take the E class with the exclusive trim that has the hood ornament. Best choice imo

[@BimmerGuyFL]

The 2024 BMW G60 5-series interior door panels, the lower section seems like hard plastic at first. However, after having test driven the G60, I verified it is wrapped in a vinyl like material which has a very little bit of softness to it. Granted it isn't as padded as the Mercedes E-class but it is still padded. This is a step back in interior material quality from the previous generation BMW G30 5-series that felt more soft touch on the lower door panel both front and rear with a bit of felt lining in the pocket wall closest to the driver/passengers.

[@IT_Farhan]

G30 is golden in terms of build quality. I have an e450 w213 because of the interior and exterior styling and not the interior quality 😂.

[@ISTVAN1127]

I'd like to see those screens after 5 years of usage. They will look great, I'm sure.

[@Slubicjusz]

How it's possible to get EDC and rear axle steering in 520d? There is no such option in the configurator. It shows up just for i540 as option and for 550e and i560 as standard.

[@stasmargina7836]

having the same issue here? I already received the car but can't figure out if that option is included. Did you find a solution?

[@pacmanc8103]

@@stasmargina7836 All you need to do is turn the steering wheel and have someone stand outside the car to see whether the rear wheels move!

[@o_o-_-8639]

We almost all agree that Mercedes has made a smaller s class at this point, the interior is very very nice and it’s very futuristic but jeez 104k for a rwd 4 cyl 194 ish hp diesel?! Are they nuts? For a bit more I can buy a used s class with a 280 hp l6 diesel awd and it’s even better.

[@ppppp989]

Very nice video but I think you should have included the A6

[@MaxxKoggen]

The E class in this generation is so much better looking than the 5. I'd definitely pick the Merc in this class without hesitation.

[@blueb4829]

I'm a little biased since I have a 2022 C class, but I think the E class looks better than the 5 series.

[@sajti83]

The Autogefühl fake exhaust police always makes me burst out in laughter...😆

[@autogefuehl]

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[@daniyar_ala]

Thomas please make E 53 2024 test when the car will be released...

[@autogefuehl]

of course we will !

[@vengadeshkannavathy7225]

Both have Better interiors but I prefer E Class exterior. For 5 Series, I need to getting used for the exterior. Even the 7 looks better than the 5. (E60 is my favourite exterior design of the entire 5 Series line up )

[@ericmeshenberg3332]

I am looking for the Mercedes E-class but want the all terrain wagon with AMG. It is not available yet. I am looking for the less powerful AMG because the full AMG is only available in the regular wagon. Do you know if and when this engine will be available in the all terrain wagon ?

[@bretislavelias9498]

Thank you for video. Very needed comparison, I thing. And BTW I realy like how naturaly and funny way you use your bloopers in complete video.

[@autogefuehl]

highly appreciated :-)

[@RichardThomas-db2pw]

The DCRainmaker of auto reviewers!! Fantastic content!!

[@BobsUp83]

Until W205, even C class was getting soft touch materials on the bottom part of the doors, also in the back. It should be out of question to have soft touch materials in this category, even for C class/3 series considering the price. Very disappointed with this new 5 series

[@김민우-u5v3q]

Is it comfortable to press the brake pedal? Isn't it uncomfortable because the pedal is tilted to the left?

[@msrdanov1]

man could easily slap a citroen badge on that bmw and nobody would have noticed 😅

[@MatosJr1004]

They both great cars !! I will go Mercedes, really like the looks and the nice interior.

[@Nanananaheyhey1]

Good voice for car reviews. It’s the E class for me. Gorgeous car. It looks so masculine this year and that’s exciting, and I’m just a huge Mercedes fan.

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Cheers!

[@AM_9924]

The E-Class defo looks better and more classy from the exterior. The 5 series is a bit messy but I like the interior. All eyes on the new Audi A6 now.

[@mahiralimajstorovic6329]

0:36 the shine of the star said it all

[@autogefuehl]

hehe I loved that shot indeed

[@mihaisebastian]

As always, Thomas is on top 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@autogefuehl]

cheers m8 !

[@SATSUMA-yk1eb]

Does the BMW breaks itself to reach the maximum allowed speed on the road, or just warns you acoustically? Can you delete that speed limiter assistance?

[@jjjjjjj3376]

The 5 series looks perfect, love it!

[@DLL-y4p]

I prefer the BMW interior but the driver's seat already showing signs of wrinkles and sagging

[@luthert657]

Sagging - new feature of BMW for more comfort while maintaining the traditional sporty handling

[@ataipacquiao5713]

Both cars are good. But for me answer is easy. I would go for an E class definitely

[@ledwinka]

As always a great review! I also thought that the E class won until I heard at the end the 20,000 Euro difference… no thanks :( :( :(

[@samsep0]

I had a Mercedes GLS. It worked great until 65000 miles when the first problem started with the chair massage function. It cost me $2000 to replace a $120 tube. The second problem was around 75000 miles when the engine stopped working all of a sudden and the dealership said these types of engines die at around 75k to 100k miles due to a bad lining chemical. The cost to replace the engine was $35000 which I didn't do because you can only buy similar engines. Btw the dealership (both associates and the manager) kept recommending to sell the car to an unsuspecting buyer which is unethical on another level. The only honest thing they did was recommending not to buy Mercedes anymore because of their issues. They said they themselves drive japanese cars!

[@autogefuehl]

Wow

[@kofiarthur3749]

That's a big big lie! It's absolutely not true the whole BullShit story here. This is a Jealous insecure Japanese car owner who is a Mercedes-hater. They can never compare any of their overhyped overpriced Lexus in America to any well- built Mercedes ..From rust, body panels and structures, paint finish, interior &exterior design and fishing, handling, agility, safety, etc. Even.in Japan the rich, upper middle class drives Mercedes and not Any Japanese Luxury cars mimicking Mercedes and same around the world except in North America where their Government's have made Mercedes cars inaccessible to any hard working Americans so they go for cheap Alternatives

[@Richy-Nguyen0991]

nice story bro . bullshitest thing i have heard so far 😂

[@fmirza21]

I'm having trouble believing this story.

[@piotrrosinski]

I was wondering since it is not clearly stated, which is more comfortable and quiet at high speeds?

[@xolanigova3281]

Amazing review as always Thomas👍👍 I hope we will get the Mercedes CLE and BMW 4 series comparison

[@autogefuehl]

thank you very much !

[@bilgehantosun]

i owned an older e class. and have some experience with the 5 as well, i think both of them look better inside but worse outside..

[@user-ps3qk3xl2d]

Insane price for both vehicles.

[@MiniEggs1999]

Looking forward to the straight six comparison. On the Merc passenger display media . Is it just play/pause/skip or can you get artist/album/podcast LIST that you can select from like on central display. Thanks

[@antonandres5115]

I’m still in the middle of watching it, but this comparison test is giving me W211 vs. E60 vibes. Mercedes-Benz going for a more evolutionary approach while BMW went all revolutionary. Looking forward to whoever wins!

[@val_solooo]

Got some E60 vibes during the interior part as well.

[@MrThomas0304]

can he ambient lighting in the BMW i5 be turned down? For me it seems too much bling and flashy. Prefer more subtle and elegant

[@IshtiaqAlam]

You guys do such a great job with these reviews. 👍🏼

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Cheers m8!

[@porschedoc1]

Thomas, nice review as always. Upon accelleration in the Mercedes, is the enginesound electronically enhanced to make it sound like a V8?

[@alexeyp8864]

Excellent comparison Thomas. Thanks ) 5 series is awesome.

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cheers m8 !

[@stasmargina7836]

Hi Thomas, how do I know if my 5 series has rear-wheel steering? I don't see it optionable on the configurator and you mentioned in your video that the car you're driving has it. Is it available only for the non xDrive model?

[@avt.q]

Are you serious?

[@stasmargina7836]

How is that comment helpful?

[@SergeyS53]

nice review as always. e class wins for me. I wonder where is new audi's?

[@autogefuehl]

cheers! Audi new models are delayed indeed. We ll keep u updated nevertheless

[@Htfsik]

Informative as always. When will MB get their 2024 car configurator up and running?

[@katman042]

I’m an American and I’m going to get a new car next year. I have a BMW M550i now. I’m debating between the new BMW 5 series and Mercedes E class (both with gas powered engines) with an outside shot of getting the new Mercedes CLE. You are much more detailed than most reviewers and I thank you for that. This was very helpful.

[@Zeeraha]

Which production year is your M550i? I have an M550i G30 from 2023 version, one of the last samples manufactured, and at this moment I am quite happy with it (except the fuel consumption in the city). I do not feel the need to go either for new BMW 5 G60 nor for Mercedes E class.

[@katman042]

It’s a 2018 model that was released in late 2017. It’s been great, but I’m ready to get a new car. I wish BMW would make that version of the 5 series again.

[@L52-r5g]

Get the 550i LCI 2022 all blacked out

[@Zeeraha]

@@katman042 BMW will release soon an M5 Touring (estate) model with at least 750HP V8 e-hybrid. Perhaps that will be a more interesting proposal than classic G60 sedan. M models also bring a slightly better interior quality than standard lines.

[@janstarek2524]

How is it possible that u had adaptive suspension on 520d bmw? You cant pick other than normal and m sport suspension on lower engine choices in bmw configurator. Only on 550e

[@autogefuehl]

Adaptive Suspension Professional is equipped with this one. Combination of adaptive suspension and rear-axle steering. It might be that it differs from market to market, e.g. as I said you cannot get the light bar in Europe except for i5 and PHEV where you also get it with 540i in the US e.g.

[@crypto_que]

My first car was a BMW and I've owned two since then. Just watching the first 4 minutes made me aware of my brand loyalty & bias. The Bimmer is the clear choice for me.

[@GabrielRM]

BMW turn signal seems too discrete with red lights on top and bottom, hopefully it's brighter irl. The inner curved screen doesn't feel premium compared to Mercedes' one. Being curved means it isn't passenger friendly either, which I never understood.. However, 20k extra means it's roughly 25% more than the BMW which is insane. Ever more insane are their prices!!!

[@marianarvinte]

Wow wow wow...an E 220d costs 104.000 euros in 2023! 😮

[@autogefuehl]

ya, still cant believe that either

[@ezioauditore9416]

You're just too stingy with your money! 😜😅 10 years ago, I paid 2,80€ for 1 bread ... Today, the same bread costs me 5,40€ ... 🤷‍♂️

[@yes8032]

Probably because of the hyperscreen if you get it without it’s cheaper and better looking

[@ezioauditore9416]

The new E-Class 220d starts at ~64K. It's not that much ... 🤷‍♂️ You can buy a VW Golf for 90K, if you want! 🤪

[@marianarvinte]

@@yes8032 hyper screen and amg premium plus and night package still don't justify 104k euros for an entry level engine 2.0 diesel

[@Dutchindovinare]

What about the Einsitzhöhe my friend?

[@autogefuehl]

Higher Einsitzhöhe with BMW 😅

[@krb949]

First I didn't like the new 5 but now I've liked ıt. New E class so traditional but 5 series innovator.

[@Markyb444]

Great content, could you let me know if the new E Class has a heated steering wheel please.

[@AndrewL31413]

I don’t like the interior and exterior look of the new 5 series. I have the last gen and maybe I’m getting old but I like the familiarity of it.

[@andrw8946]

Thomas, do you think the A6 is lacking behind currently, compared to the 5 and E class?

[@autogefuehl]

A6 is still also nice for sure, I mean there is nothing new with it, yea, but you dont always need new because user interface also gets worse

[@andrw8946]

@@autogefuehl Well said. Thank you.

[@mikeisaacs2314]

I like the paint color on the MB but the 5 is a better looking car

[@ecklar123]

Great review as usual but I felt a very important aspect was overlooked and that was reliability. Here in the US the BMW gets a purely AVERAGE reliability score, while the Mercedes is actually two slots BELOW AVERAGE. Having a beautiful new car won’t be as much fun if it fails to start after a dinner out, or the info center glitches or other problems in that nice new Mercedes. Please share any input on reliability. One more note, here in the US the cars are priced very similar to one another so I was quite surprised to hear the wide price difference in Europe.

[@mariokajin]

I would (if I could) take the E class just for its brighter interior. Because I really dislike those dark bunkers which German cars usually are. And judging from the video the 5 series rides like a 1st series VW Golf. Any highway joint was heard and seen. About the design language I would not judge because tastes are not to be discussed. At the end both are at least half meter too long for the parking lots available where I am located.

[@evol3852]

Do you have any idea if the weight distribution on the electric 5 series is still 50-50?

[@joaopaulodefigueiredo1133]

Excellent work Thomas! As I mentioned earlier, the Mercedes E-Class looks wonderful. The exterior line is elegant, executive and modern. The interior of the E-Class is a delight for the senses. Super modern but at the same time with high quality and tradition. The BMW has revolutionized the exterior too much. Lines that are too square, creased and an unappealing design. The BMW's interior is elegant and beautiful, but... it falls short of what Mercedes presents.

[@michalsvihla1403]

I agree on BMW, but I think the Mercedes went down in style and elegance compared to the last generation. The screens are now just stuck on like in a Hyundai compared to how nicely integrated they were in the previous gen. I feel like they're trying to be minimalist and sophisticated at the same time which just ends up looking toyish. For example the seat control buttons in the previous gen looked so intricate and beautiful, now they just turned them into some rounded blocks. I don't get it.

[@bokeerfamily-ox3yb]

U forgot to test both sound system and the voice input

[@fredsanke4070]

I prefer E Class better

[@jwhard2385]

Sedans nowadays are becoming more and more boring. I miss the early 2000s E class with separated headlamps, pure classic.

[@PFBNS]

have had many mercedes in my family. from c class to s class. i’ve seen how the value of an s class goes to almost zero in 10 years. also have a model 3 performance. shitty build inside, panel gaps, but amazing drive, economy and technology for 50k. cannot wrap my head anymore to blow 100k on an e-class in detriment of a model 3. it is an amazing car, the e class but price full spec can reach 110k in Portugal. wtf is that.

[@ksoman953]

This is a class where elegance is important in my opinion. MB E had lost its way but seems to have come back home for this new refresh. The jagged or sharp lines on the BMW don't make it look sporty, simply just a mess.