Car A
BMW X5 xDrive40d
The BMW X5 xDrive40d blends strong diesel performance with AWD efficiency, suiting road trips and family duties. It’s quick and spacious, but less compelling for tight-city use or budget-first buyers.
BMW X5 xDrive40d
Suv · Diesel · AWD
vs
Mercedes-Benz E 250d
Suv · Diesel
Car B
Mercedes-Benz E 250d
A diesel Mercedes-Benz with strong efficiency and a very usable 540 L trunk, the E 250d suits growing families and long-distance drivers. It prioritizes economy and practicality over city convenience or performance thrills.
Why compared
cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price
Usage fit
Family
69
/
74
City
31
/
36
Budget / value
36
/
56
Road trip
76
/
65
Performance
36
/
27
Cargo
44
/
38
Practical
45
/
57
Premium
61
/
57
Winter
80
/
40
Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X5 xDrive40d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz E 250d
Specs side-by-side
Spec
BMW X5 xDrive40d
Mercedes-Benz E 250d
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.
Pros & cons
BMW X5 xDrive40d
- Efficient long-distance cruiser (7.3 L/100 km combined).
- 700 Nm torque and 5.5 s 0–100 km/h for confident overtakes.
- AWD traction supports winter and all-weather driving.
- 650 L boot and five-seat SUV space for growing families.
- Large SUV footprint is cumbersome in tight city streets and parking.
- Diesel powertrain favors longer journeys over short urban hops.
- Price near 60,000 won’t suit budget-focused buyers.
- Limited to five seats; not for those needing seven.
Mercedes-Benz E 250d
- Efficient for its class at 5 L/100 km, ideal for long commutes and road trips
- 540 L trunk and five seats accommodate family gear and passengers
- 400 Nm torque and 6.6 s 0–100 km/h enable confident overtakes
- Good value in its segment considering space, efficiency, and pace at this price
- Diesel powertrain is not the best match for mostly short, urban trips
- If you want a performance-focused drive, quicker and sharper rivals exist
- The listed price of 55,000 may stretch cost-first shoppers
- No electrified driving here; this model is diesel-only
Verdict
Pick BMW X5 xDrive40d if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
BMW X5 xDrive40d is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz E 250d if…
Performance & capability
Mercedes-Benz E 250d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.