Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC vs BMW i5 M60 — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC

Sedan · Phev · AWD

vs

BMW i5 M60

Sedan · Electric · FWD

Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC

Car A

Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC

The Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC blends high performance with standout plug-in efficiency and a useful 100 km electric range. It suits luxury-focused drivers who want quiet daily EV use with all-weather confidence for long trips.

5 seatsSedanPhev5-star safetyAWDPlug-in hybrid

BMW i5 M60

Car B

BMW i5 M60

A luxury electric saloon that blends serious performance with long-distance practicality. Best for drivers prioritizing premium comfort and speed over maximum winter traction or tight budgets.

5 seatsSedanElectric619 hpElectric

Why compared cross branddifferent powertrainsame body typesame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 55 / 36

City 34 / 26

Budget / value 25 / 5

Road trip 71 / 49

Performance 47 / 44

Cargo 30 / 32

Practical 39 / 24

Premium 79 / 71

Winter 70 / 18

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC · Orange = BMW i5 M60

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC BMW i5 M60

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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC

Up to 100 km electric-only range covers most commutes and enables quiet city driving
Efficient for its class, with a rated 2.5 combined consumption when charged regularly
Strong performance (510 hp, 750 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 4.1 s) for confident passing
AWD stability plus a 550 L trunk and five seats suit road trips and growing families
High purchase price limits appeal to budget-focused buyers
Efficiency benefits shrink if you can’t charge frequently
100 km EV range is shorter than a full EV for all-electric long trips
Not ideal for cargo-heavy use, despite a usable 550 L trunk

BMW i5 M60

Blistering straight-line pace: 619 hp, 1000 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 3.7 s.
Long-trip readiness with a 101.7 kWh battery and an estimated 497 km range.
Room for family duties: five seats and a large 570 L boot.
Luxury-focused positioning suits premium comfort and performance driving.
Premium price point (109,900) rules out budget-focused buyers.
Front-wheel drive may not satisfy those seeking maximum winter traction.
If you need well over ~500 km between charges, the 497 km range may feel limiting.
Saloon body lacks the wide hatch opening and seating flexibility some shoppers want.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick BMW i5 M60 if…

More power

BMW i5 M60 puts out 619 hp vs 510 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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