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Mercedes-Benz E 350e
Sedan · Phev · FWD
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BMW 3 Series Sedan M340i
Sedan · Mild_hybrid · FWD
Mercedes-Benz E 350e
Car A
Mercedes-Benz E 350e
A premium plug-in hybrid that blends brisk performance with notable efficiency, the Mercedes-Benz E 350e suits commuters who can use its 54 km electric range. It’s comfortable for five and capable on road trips, but cargo space and winter confidence aren’t its strongest suits.
5 seatsSedanPhev5-star safety2.1 L/100kmPlug-in hybrid
BMW 3 Series Sedan M340i
Car B
BMW 3 Series Sedan M340i
The BMW 3 Series Sedan M340i delivers serious pace with five-seat practicality and a 480-liter trunk. Its mild-hybrid setup and 8.1 L/100 km consumption make it efficient for its class while offering good value for the performance.
5 seatsSedanMild_hybrid5-star safety374 hpHybrid
Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seats

Usage fit

Family 60 / 63
City 40 / 45
Budget / value 56 / 54
Road trip 60 / 52
Performance 34 / 35
Cargo 22 / 26
Practical 48 / 44
Premium 62 / 54
Winter 30 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz E 350e · Orange = BMW 3 Series Sedan M340i

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz E 350e BMW 3 Series Sedan M340i
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz E 350e

  • Efficient for its class with 2.1 combined consumption and up to 54 km electric range
  • Strong, smooth acceleration: 286 hp, 550 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 5.9 s
  • Premium 5-seat car fit for daily commuting and longer drives
  • Plug-in flexibility suits city EV use and highway road trips

BMW 3 Series Sedan M340i

  • Explosive acceleration and strong power (374 hp, 4.4 s 0-100 km/h).
  • Seats 5 with a 480-liter trunk for growing families and road trips.
  • Mild-hybrid efficiency; 8.1 L/100 km is efficient for its class.
  • Good value in its segment at a listed price of 54,900.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz E 350e if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz E 350e uses 2.1 L/100km vs 8.1 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick BMW 3 Series Sedan M340i if…
More power
BMW 3 Series Sedan M340i puts out 374 hp vs 286 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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