Tesla Model S vs BMW i5 vs Mercedes-AMG EQE Review | Which premium electric saloon car is best?

[@ParkersTV]

Which car would you pick? Tesla, BMW or Mercedes?

[@michaelfrederickhounsell1932]

BMW

[@SamDrives1]

Mercedes

[@adjust.clinic]

Tesla. What a car.

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

Price no object? Mercedes

[@beinjar5634]

Mercedes

[@DrWildebeest]

Already looked at all three and chose the BMW. I was just the nicest.

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

Which model / packages did you chose? Did you get it already?

[@jonasstenman8424]

The BMW is the right winner, and impressive it is built on a platform also for hybrid and petrol engines.

[@MelancholyWithin]

I am soon to take delivery of an i5 eDrive40 M Sport with Tech+/Comfort+. I feel like a kid at Christmas 😅... my impatience to receive it has led me to watching KZbin videos for days 😂. Love this review. I've never driven a tesla, but been a passenger in them, the build quality is awful! The materials feel cheap, definitely doesn’t give that luxury feel you expect for the price tag. I've owned Mercedes, typically AMG-line, and the driving experience left a lot to be desired, so not surprised that's still an issue. I've also owned a BMW and it was far and away the best driving experience of any car I've owned to date. "A BMW is for driving. A Mercedes is for being driven in".

[@ehudk215]

Couple of things: 1. At the end you talk price and say that the Tesla starts at 80,000... but it is a 670hp (which is more than the top trims for the Germans), and it has the same battery as the Plaid. Also it cones standard with air suspension, 22 speaker sound system, 4 wireless chargers (yes two in the back you forgot to mention and cooled seats. 2. You talk about the Tesla's interior as bad, but is has the best headliner, soft touch plastics in the doors (bottom part as well), actually only the cover you showed is cheap. 3. You keep saying its old, but the 2021 facelift, changed the chassis, changed the suspension, the interior, wider track and wider fenders... I agree its a shame there is no right hand drive and the indicators are annoying. It is the best car here.

[@devidodge]

Tesla looks dated

[@umairejaz6665]

It also has the best tech he said it outdated tech

[@ChosenMJ]

The Model S LR here in the US is now $75K. 670hp/738tq, 0-60 3.1s, 405 miles of range. The Model S Plaid is now $89,995. Clearly, at those these price points there is nothing in the EV space that gives you what these Model S do for the money, nothing.

[@G82Watts]

Dude all u care about is cheap speed becuase ur an average joe that has never been able to afford a real high end luxury sports car before. When it comes to EVs people want to use them as a luxury cruiser and BMW hit the mark spot on.

[@lukabosnjak3829]

@@G82Watts What a rude and dumb comment from your end...

[@B4R0N.]

​​@@G82Watts Hi. I am a man who happens to have mostly driven Mercedes Benz and Audis my entire life. I am quite blessed in that regard. Also drove some BMWs here and there. I know what relatively high end cars feel like. I'd have the Tesla.

[@aravindhravi2307]

If it’s luxury ppl want then bmw or merc is way to go if it’s tech and real speed tesla is the winner buddy

[@G82Watts]

@@B4R0N. yea I'm sure u have buddy. "Relatively high end cars" mans prolly owned a 2013 bmw 5 series 😂

[@AdamMitchell-v5o]

Is that Keanu Reeves?

[@richyzig]

The first comparison I’ve seen of these three. Except for the lack of right hand drive, objectively speaking, the Tesla wins.

[@G82Watts]

How does the tesla win? Looks wise and interior wise the bmw is the clear winner. Unless ur using a tesla as a poor mans sports car and can't afford to have another fun weekend real luxury sports car to drive.

[@richyzig]

@@G82Watts The Tesla is cheaper, faster, more spacious, higher tech than both of these and much better interior quality than the EQE. The EQE's interior is a disgrace to MB, full of cheap, scratchy and hollow plastic. The BMW is not what it used to be - a great handling sports sedan. For the price of these two Germans, I get a Model S Plaid and blow their doors off.

[@G82Watts]

@@richyzig anddd no one would care. Model s legit looks like basic traffic. With plastic rims and the most bland basic almost depression inducing interior u could ever sit in. When u sit in a bmw or mercedes it feels special and expensive. Also ur telling me the tesla has more tech then the bmw when it doesnt even have a HUD,360 cam, etc.. 😂 bmw self driving and auto Parking is better then teslas refer to Edmunds Car reviews self driving- tesla vs bmw vs Cadillac vs audi (tesla gets last place) also Rysmons auto park bmw vs tesla vs audi.. tesla again gets last place. Seems to me u have been brainwashed by ur daddy elon that tesla is ahead tech wise while remaining ignorant to the moves being made elsewhere.

[@richyzig]

@@G82Watts It's obvious, that the difference between me and you is that I have driven all three of these cars and you haven't. I don't need KZbin videos to form my opinion.

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

Did you ever drive a Tesla S? It is a rattle tin box compared to real luxury cars.

[@buyaka4782]

Phenomenal videos, absolutely exquisite comparisons. Keep it up lads.

[@matthewgrayson8]

BMW had stepped up in tech and quality. Such a great option.

[@umairejaz6665]

Tesla has better tech than it though.

[@namnification]

Love the EQE 350 for the comfort! For every day youse

[@Iwo26]

As much as I’m a BMW guy.. I live in California and Model S Plaid is the way to go. Hatch alone is a big win plus Tesla’s software is simply the best.

[@MichaelKirven]

Plus used ones are going for what I paid for a used 100D back in 2020.

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

Great review. and rare - there is nothing out there comparing those 3 - normally the Plaid / Model S is more comparable to the EQS or i7 - but they are also way higher in pricing / luxury. BMW i5 I would choose the 40 fully loaded - more then enough power unless you need all wheel drive in the mountains / snow EQE I just bought the 500E, over the AMG - it comes with all the good stuff included (Hyperscreen, AMG packages, all assistens etc) with the same drive train as the AMG, but way more efficient especially way more then the 53 which is tested here, best compromise for me. Tesla? No thank you. We have a very good and dense charger network here (why not yet in the UK?) also who buys a car with the steering joke on the wrong side.

[@henryviiifake8244]

The Tesla Model S being ONLY left-hand drive yet still being sold in the UK is pretty insane. 😬 Not being able to purchase a vehicle that is best suited to the local roads is arguably a safety risk (eg. worse visibility of vehicles overtaking on the right).

[@Uchejnr]

I think the upcoming model 3 ludicrous will be good enough for those eyeing the plaid. LHD only is a big shame for what's such a great car

[@nshon7]

9:57 Tesla Supercharger network is seriously underrated Rented an iX from Sixt in the UK as it was brand new (delivery mileage) and offered to me as an upgrade to the Model Y. I happen to have both cars at home. I already know both cars well. The iX is more comfortable but a lot more expensive but here is the kicker, charging for a non-UK resident in a non-Tesla in nearly a nightmare. Tried two AC chargers, both did not want to play. Swarco being the worst, with multiple IDs on one machine, none of which worked when you enter it onto their website with other EV drivers struggling also (We were at Westgate, Oxford). Finally DC charged at a GridServe which thankfully accepted contactless charging without registering in an app but at a princely £0.79 per kW at a crawling 60kWh. I am not renting another non-Tesla in the UK until all CPO comply with the "no app, contactless" directive

[@frankyveerle]

Nice review! Now i am more convinced that i have made the right choice. I've ordered myself the i5 M60, after having the i4 M50. In 2 months i will be cruising and using the power of this magnificent bimmer ;-)

[@WickerDuck]

The model s was completely redesigned in 2021/22. I find it really odd that you repeatedly said it’s been around since 2012. That’s like saying the i5 has been around since the first year it went on sale. I agree with your verdict, however.

[@sorka95032]

Even the MSLR is easily the quickest car there. There was no reason to compare the Plaid to the other two as the Long Range is already so much faster. Now if they were doing a handling comparison, then the Plaid offers torque vectoring which wasn't even turned on in the handling portion of this test which is a shame. Also, they failed to mention the rear seat storage and cupholders, and center console which provides a reasonable space to actually write on. The USB-C ports, on late 2023 and 2024 charge at 35 watts so you can run and charge a laptop for real on them now. I agree with the overall verdict because Tesla refuses offer right hand drive which is outright dangerous in a left side driving country.

[@JariKajanne]

Tesla model S Plaid every day in week!

[@Uptownv]

how the hell does a 10 year design Tesla look significantly better than two top German brands EV models? I normally dislike Tesla styling, but the Model S looks elegant and sleek. The german models have too much going on, the front of that Mercedes is fugly.

[@marksperos8278]

He mentions the Mercedes has rear wheel steering, but it also standard on the BMW i5 M60! And the BMW will (shortly) have access to the Tesla charging network. We picked the BMW M60!

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

Good choice - sounds like you are in the US? Over here we can use the Tesla network already for longer time

[@davidbourne7279]

Tesla hands down. Way more of everything for the money. These reviewers missed so many details and are not fully informed.

[@charlesdinwyn7507]

M60. But the Tesla is continuously updated so it's not accurate to say it's a decade old.

[@marekfuto8127]

Tesla with high quality cars in single video ...

[@haydenpocket927]

Totally agree as the i5 is my next EV

[@jinwee5165]

I traded my 2020 M5 for 2024 i5 M60 and it’s a far superior car in every single category including sound thanks to Hans Zimmer!

[@Kratos-pt1eh]

Great test video. And a worthy winner.

[@gregp9133]

All depends who you are. Young guy will pick the BMW, family guy will pick the Merc, someone who wants to surprise everybody will chose Tesla.

[@beinjar5634]

EQE

[@NeverGonnaGiveYouUp71]

Tesla 🔥🔥

[@colinbrydon7659]

@@NeverGonnaGiveYouUp71if you want nothing but power Tesla all the way. But it’s such an awful looker and interiors terrible and basic. Me I went EQE, had a few months and absolutely love it.

[@NeverGonnaGiveYouUp71]

@@colinbrydon7659 The Model S looks great. And for the interior, Mercedes and Audi are also cheapening their interiors so it doesn't really matter.

[@colinbrydon7659]

@@NeverGonnaGiveYouUp71 if it’s cheapened I would love to know why. I went for eqe (premium plus). interior and tech is phenomenal. Pure luxury and comfort. 4 wheel steering and air suspension it’s so smooth. Never been in anything coming close but that’s what mb gives you. BMW more a drivers car and still great interior and same with Audi. Tesla could have got a plaid cheaper than the Mercedes. But not for me. Do wish I had they power but know too many with Tesla model Y’s and they are just cheap looking and rattle very badly. There’s virtually nothing to them.

[@drewmea7973]

Great reviews!

[@peternavanac9310]

The summary comment that the Tesla went on sale 10 years ago, implying it is more dated is TOTAL RUBBISH. Extremely weak, poorly researched content. Motors, batteries, interiors and build quality has vastly improved over the last 10 years as well as having the latest and superior tech.

[@sizif717]

Those things are considered as a "facelift", it is not a new model. New drivetrains, suspensions, design features, sometimes changes to the handling and the electronics. Some models have a couple of facelifts in their production lifespan. The Model S is indeed 12 years old.

[@NeverGonnaGiveYouUp71]

@@sizif717 It still has much better technology compared to the other two and has much more power. It is up to date in every way.

[@sizif717]

@@NeverGonnaGiveYouUp71 You can say the same thing for the 2013 BMW 7 series, comparing it to the contemporary lower class models.

[@NeverGonnaGiveYouUp71]

@@sizif717 The EQE and i5 are not lower class. All 3 are midsize sedans with similar prices. Also, Tesla inspired Mercedes' hyperscreen. Tesla was also the first to introduce autopilot and an arcade in the infotainment system.

[@sizif717]

@@NeverGonnaGiveYouUp71 Mercedes makes cars with huge displays for more than 10 years. And they are different style than Trsla's. But it is great that you informed me about those other things that I know and have nothing to do with my point about facelifts.

[@Henry-nb7fj]

BMW

[@beinjar5634]

The EQE interior is top notch

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

I couldn´t agree more - just got one

[@NeverGonnaGiveYouUp71]

The build quality 💀💀

[@colinbrydon7659]

Completely agree

[@lt4107]

Test drove all 3 today…

[@anthonypagano6384]

Where is the Audi etron gt and Porsche Taycan turbo s and lotus Emeya

[@hardywoodaway9912]

which one of these is an executive sedan… none?

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

@@hardywoodaway9912 none I guess that´s the point :)

[@zeedustrakok]

Interesting... I've faced this choice. Only a bit more basic. BMW i5 edrive40, EQE350+ or Tesla model s. The BMW lacks a bit in the range department. The mercedes is a bit hard to get to like the looks (and a bit to small in the boot). The Tesla is an old car and has unacceptable ergonomics. Since my car is a company car (self employed), it goes on a financial renting. The mercedes and BMW are competitive, but the Tesla was €600 a month more. In the end I picked the i5 (for the next 3 years). Next? i5 xdrive40 touring with a 95 kWh battery, Audi A6 avant quattro Etron?

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

How is your experience? Did you like the i5 still?

[@achmadosman9807]

Definitely no Tesla due to melon. Agree on i5, will be my next car.

[@berrykleinnagelvoort9203]

If obsessed with 0-60 time there is one clear winner. I am more interested in how the car drives and how it feels. The i5 continues the trend that has been true for many years, the bmw 5 is the drivers car in that segment (be it fossil fuel, hybrid or electric). It can now do many if the tricks the Tesla can, BMW customer service is much better, the interior feels more special, is better built etc etc. Yes, the tesla is much quicker in a straight line, but how often will you use that speed?

[@mec04250730]

You completely missed the Tesla’s rear arm rest for outboard passengers. The arm rest contains a dual wireless phone charge pad.

[@matthewgrayson8]

Yea they missed all the sunshades that BMW has on rear and sunroof. Didn’t make a difference really.

[@G82Watts]

BMW looks the best and has the best interior

[@rodolphlaurent-executivemb4141]

when it comes to price, do not forget you can get 10-20k rebate from BMW and Mercedes and probably... 0 from Tesla

[@joegraziadei7895]

To Answer, number two yes, the model S does offer all those things that no other EV does at that price range. However, the interior quality is garbage. It is made out of cheap materials. I have personally owned one tiny pieces of molding plastic aren’t aligned. It looks like it was a rush job and after taxes, it was well over six figures specked out.

[@hradnyVietor]

BMW is 500 kg hevier than Tesla. Hm

[@mannegar7650]

BMW for sure

[@PeterHeij]

I like red bull, but if droven all. Bmw ok telsla its not it. Mb its extreme. You feel the car, its havie. But you feel the techniek. Haevy breaking, is bad. Al off them, but track rounds is amg wins it al.. Is like heavy race car.. But you can drive around it. So if you push it too the limed, its ok. But braking is a issu. Whit all of them. But mb has more balance. And feel better. Tesla is ok but, you mis the driving handeling. Trust me, mb is extreme..

[@ianmh64]

Tesla

[@prageethathapaththu8090]

Bmw ❤

[@aravindhravi2307]

Model s doesn’t make sense in UK as they don’t have FSD yet sucks to be there lol 😂 and he just compared Tesla tech with bmw and merc.. common pls tell me ur joking 🙃 u know who is ahead in tech don’t you . Sorry UK folks

[@stamina9648]

Opt for eqe. Most elegant car of those three. Bmw looks terrible.

[@laser3210]

lmaoo. EQE is clearly the ugliest of the 3 and hence isn’t selling well and here you are 😹

[@Nautilus007]

Are we looking at the same EQE? Mercedes EV’s are widely considered to be ugly, hence their low sales numbers.

[@danielbotev6365]

I’m sorry. You don’t understand car interior design. BMW and Mercedes interiors are bloated and gimmicky with more lights and patterns than a tacky nightclub

[@hradnyVietor]

this guy is rediculous. Speed or latest tech. Does this guy know what he is talking about? :)

[@aravindhravi2307]

BMW is pathetic even basic safety features and heated seats u gotta pay out of ur pocket extra I hate bmw they might make cars that drive well but the value is pretty less here they don’t even have good charging network either in US or UK

[@KathleenSomers]

BMW is just plain ugly, inside and outside. Opt for the eqe.

[@saabre]

Bmw

[@1989yassoo]

You guys are awesome, love the passion in delivering!