2024 BMW i5 vs. 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW i5

2024 BMW
i5

MSRP*: $66,800 to $84,100
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Picture of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500

2023 Mercedes-Benz
EQE 500

MSRP*: $85,900
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 590-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 402-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 335 - 590 hp 402 hp
Exterior Length 199.2 in 196.9 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 77.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.2 in
Head Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 40.1 in
Rear 38.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 than the BMW i5, due to its greater head- and legroom. Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the BMW i5, drivers may find the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 a little roomier and somewhat more comfortable.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the BMW i5 is clearly a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500.

Dimensions
Since the BMW i5 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the BMW i5 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500.

Handling
The BMW i5 has about the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The BMW i5 has less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500, so it will probably be somewhat slower.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the BMW i5 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the BMW i5 and the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500.