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Comparative test of two German vehicles. Once again, BMW 5-series and Mercedes E-class face off against each other. This time the arena is available from the magazine Autocar, which has the honor to be among the first testers of new versions of the elegant German vehicles. “In the past 23 years, every generation of 5 Series, standing against the E-class, showed class and superiority, but this time as though Bayern are facing very severe battle,” commented test Andrew Frankel. Test vehicles were equipped with 3.0-liter diesel units – one of the most preferred market.
Exterior and interior:
Both cars seem disappointing, said Frankel. Mercedes E-class is weird, but BMW 5-series – boring and unimaginative. The interior of the BMW 530d is noticeably better than the previous generation. Is very well organized, the buttons are intuitive and the new IDRIVE is preferable to a competitive Command of Mercedes. What is missing is the feeling and emotion, says a trial. When Mercedes find plenty of fine items made of wood and leather, which are used in significantly smaller dose BMW. This time, however, BMW 5-series is closer to E-class, in terms of space in the cabin. For the first time in the gym of the 5 Series can comfortably accommodate four large passenger notes Frankel.
Diriving:
Driving of both cars is the high level. However, customers have different preferences, it is likely to offer a different feeling car. Most importantly, the cars are driving with pleasure – and fast and slow on a highway in town or on a mountain road with many turns. Diesel engines have equal volume, but that of the Mercedes E-class, obviously can not be measured by unit of BMW, when we talk about dynamics. Acceleration from standstill to 100 km/h takes 6.9 seconds, if you sit in the new E-class, while at 5-series, the exercise is carried out by 0.6 seconds. faster. Mercedes has no dynamics of its competitors, but it is quieter and smoother. However, 5 Series is easier to drive – offers more precise control, better grip and better balance. E-Class is softer, especially the route to consecutive sharp turns, but ride better. E350 CDI definitely offers greater comfort for the ride at the expense of hard to ride bavaretsa. However, it’s all about choice and personal preference. Some drivers look very precise management of BMW, others fleeing the firm ride comfortable and rely on travel E350 CDI. 530d long journeys, however, will spare your pocket. Bavaretsa requires 5.2 liters per 100 kilometers, while the E350 CDI fuel consumption is around 5.8 liters per 100 km.
Balance:
BMW 5-series and Mercedes E-class are two totally different cars. The truth is that buyers will probably choose what is suitable for their needs and wishes. However, Andrew Frankel is obliged to nominate a winner and according to him it is Mercedes E-class.