Compare: 2008 BMW 5-Series vs 2008 Mercedes-Benz E Class

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2008 BMW 5-Series

2008 Mercedes-Benz E Class

  2008 BMW 5-Series 4-door Sports Wagon 535xiT AWD Angular Front Exterior View 2008 Mercedes-Benz E Class 4-door Wagon 6.3L AMG RWD Angular Front Exterior View
MSRP
$64,250
$68,625
Invoice $59,110 $63,821
MPG
City/Highway
11/27 12/32
Rating 8 8
Bottom Line The 5-Series sedans and wagons aren't the most practical or the best values in their class, but they're very enjoyable to drive. If you appreciate luxury and complex engineering solutions, then you'll love the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Likes &
Dislikes

Likes:

  • Handles like a smaller car, but has big-car stability on the highway
  • Velvety, responsive engines
  • Manual transmissions offered across the line
  • Powertrains quite efficient in real-world driving
  • Wide range of useful technology options

Dislikes:

  • iDrive remains unduly complex
  • Back-seat isn’t as roomy as it should be
  • Ridiculously high sticker price when extensively optioned
  • Crash-test performance is an embarrassment

Likes:

  • Variety of models
  • Range of engines
  • Fuel economy of diesel engine
  • Performance from AMG models
  • Forgiving ride

Dislikes:

  • Complex controls
  • Placement of cruise control lever
  • Handling not dynamic enough for enthusiasts
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Used Car Prices

  Min Max Average
2008 BMW 5-Series $27,164 $50,182 $37,660
2008 Mercedes-Benz E Class $27,655 $35,758 $31,512
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