Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs BMW 4 Series Comparison

Mercedes-Benz E-Class

BMW 4 Series

How they stack

Our Take

2024 Mercedes-Benz

E-Class

2024 BMW

4 Series

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Luxury

Driving the family

Fun

Fuel Efficiency

60L - 66L

132 to 475 km

59L

389 to 484 km

ANCAP Safety Rating

Warranty

5 year
warranty

MSRP

$129,575 - $130,414

$93,700 - $148,400

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CarExpert's Take

James Wong

Marketplace Editor

James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Distinct styling from C-Class, S-Class
Solid spec inclusions, tech-luxe vibes
Four-pot turbo punches above its weight

Misses

Transmission is clunky at low speeds
Expensive option packages
Not as spacious in the rear as you'd think

Scott Collie

Contributor

Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

It's a sharp looker
Updated interior is a step forward
Balance of ride and handling comfort

Misses

More buttons would be better inside
Four-cylinder power not a sexy as a six
Price hikes still rankle

Standard Features

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Wireless phone charger

Powered tailgate

Rear air vents

Adaptive cruise control

Climate control

Reversing sensors

Reversing camera

Autonomous emergency braking

Optional Features

Bright Metallic Paint (+$1,800)
Instrument Cluster Display - 12.3 Inch (+$1,685)
Illuminated Door Sill Panels - Special (+$490)
Metallic Paint Premium (+$900)
Power Door Closing (+$1,300)

Individual Metallic Paint (+$3,850)
Individual Metallic Paint Premium (+$9,500)
Individual Interior Trim (+$1,200)
Metallic Paint (+$2,000)
M Sport Pro (+$2,700)

Reviews

7.9

2024 Mercedes-Benz E 300 review

The sixth-generation E-Class has arrived in Australia with a single four-cylinder powertrain and display tech up the wazoo – is it any good?

James Wong

8.3

2025 BMW 4 Series review

The BMW 4 Series blends good looks on the inside and outside with refined driving dynamics, whether you're commuting or hustling.

Scott Collie

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Specs

Type
TURBO DIRECT F/INJ		TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO MPFI
Size (cc)
1991		1998 - 2998
Size (L)
2.0L		2.0L, 3.0L
Induction
TURBO 4		TURBO 4, TURBO 6
Camshaft
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM		VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
16		16 - 24
Power
155kW - 190kW		135kW - 285kW
Power RPM
5500 - 5800		5000 - 5800
Torque
350Nm - 400Nm		300Nm - 500Nm
Torque RPM
1600 - 3200		1350 - 1900
Bore Stroke
-		-
Compression Ratio
9.8		10.2 - 11

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Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs BMW 4 Series Comparison