BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e
Sedan · Hybrid · FWD
vs
Mercedes-Benz E 300e
Sedan · Phev · FWD
BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e
Car A
BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e
The BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e is a plug-in hybrid saloon that blends efficient commuting with strong performance, offering good value in its segment. A 50 km electric range and a 480-liter boot suit city use and growing families, though FWD and the saloon layout are less ideal for winter traction and cargo-heavy needs.
5 seatsSedanHybrid5-star safetyHybrid
Mercedes-Benz E 300e
Car B
Mercedes-Benz E 300e
The Mercedes-Benz E 300e blends plug-in efficiency with brisk performance for premium buyers who split time between city commutes and longer trips. Five seats make it family-capable, though the 355-liter trunk and FWD setup temper cargo space and winter confidence.
5 seatsSedanPhev5-star safety1.5 L/100km314 hpPlug-in hybrid
Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 63 / 49
City 56 / 40
Budget / value 66 / 40
Road trip 48 / 59
Performance 32 / 34
Cargo 26 / 19
Practical 50 / 34
Premium 50 / 62
Winter 26 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e · Orange = Mercedes-Benz E 300e

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e Mercedes-Benz E 300e
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Pros & cons

BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e

  • Efficient for its class with 1.7 combined consumption.
  • 50 km electric range fits city commutes.
  • Strong performance: 292 hp and 0–100 km/h in 5.9 s.
  • 5 seats and a 480 L boot support growing-family duties.

Mercedes-Benz E 300e

  • Efficient for its class with 1.5 L/100km combined consumption and ~50 km electric range when charged
  • 314 hp, 550 Nm, and 0–100 km/h in 5.7 s provide strong passing power
  • Plug-in hybrid flexibility: electric in town, gasoline support for road trips
  • Five seats suit upscale family duty

Verdict

Pick BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e if…
Lower entry price
BMW 3 Series Sedan 330e starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz E 300e if…
More power
Mercedes-Benz E 300e puts out 314 hp vs 292 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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