5 Series vs E-Class comparison

By starting price alone, 5 Series is ₩5,800,000 cheaper. But price is not everything, so check the highlighted rows in the table below.

5 Series and E-Class compared side by side in Cars.

CurrencyUSDKRWEUR

5 Series

What is good

  • Strengths are a variety of powertrains, excellent driving feel, high brand preference and used-car value.

What could be better

  • Prices vary widely by option and trim, and the base 520i has ordinary output.

5 Series official site

E-Class

What is good

  • Strengths are a luxurious interior, the latest digital features such as the Superscreen, and a comfortable ride.

What could be better

  • Prices are high compared with rival models and rise sharply toward upper trims.

E-Class official site

At a glance

Highlighted rows are where they differ.

Item5 SeriesVisit siteE-ClassVisit site
Starting price≈$53,373.39+ (₩70,700,000)External source≈$57,751.98+ (₩76,500,000)External source
Vehicle classFull-sizeFull-size
FuelGasoline, Diesel, Plugin hybridGasoline, Diesel, Plugin hybrid
Domestic/importedImportedImported
Top price11,67012,820
Fuel/energy economy
  • 520i 12.1km/L
  • 523d 14.7km/L
  • 530i xDrive 11.1km/L (combined)
  • E 200 12.3km/L
  • E 220 d 16.0km/L
  • E 300 4MATIC 11.1km/L (combined)
Power
  • 520i 190 hp
  • 523d 197 hp
  • 530i xDrive 258 hp
  • 530e 299 hp (system)
  • 550e xDrive 489 hp (system)
  • E 200 204 hp
  • E 300 258 hp
  • E 450 381 hp
Seats5-seater5-seater
Price by trim

₩70.7M~₩116.7M 5 trims

  • 520i₩70.7M~
  • 523d₩77.7M~
  • 530i xDrive₩85.6M~
  • 530e₩90.6M~
  • 550e xDrive₩116.7M

₩76.5M~₩128.2M 7 trims

  • E 200 아방가르드₩76.5M
  • E 200 AMG 라인₩80.0M
  • E 220 d 4MATIC Exclusive₩86.1M
  • E 300 4MATIC Exclusive₩93.6M
  • E 300 4MATIC AMG 라인₩97.7M
  • E 350 e 4MATIC₩98.7M
  • E 450 4MATIC₩128.2M
Good forRecommended for buyers of a large imported sedan who want both driving fun and luxury.Recommended for large imported sedan buyers who value comfort and brand value.
TypeCarsCars
CategorySedanSedan
CompanyGermanyBMWGermanyMercedes-Benz
Plans
      Pros
      • Strengths are a variety of powertrains, excellent driving feel, high brand preference and used-car value.
      • Strengths are a luxurious interior, the latest digital features such as the Superscreen, and a comfortable ride.
      Cons
      • Prices vary widely by option and trim, and the base 520i has ordinary output.
      • Prices are high compared with rival models and rise sharply toward upper trims.

      Prices and benefits may change. Check the official site before you pay.

      Prices converted at 1 USD = ₩1,324.63 (2026-10-22). Original price shown in brackets. Taxes as listed by each provider.

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