BMW i4 xDrive40 vs Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BMW i4 xDrive40 (2024-…) has a starting price of €64000, compared to the Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…), which starts at €88214.
The BMW i4 xDrive40 (2024-…) is a Liftback, whereas the Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | BMW i4 xDrive40 | Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany, China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes |
| Price Europe (New) | €64000 | €88214 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €66990 |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BMW i4 xDrive40 (2024-…).
| Property | BMW i4 xDrive40 | Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 494 km | 480 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 548 km | 620 km |
| Range (GCC) | 445 km | 489 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 83.9 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 81.3 kWh | 90.6 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.3 kWh/100 km | 18.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.47 km/kWh | 5.4 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.4 | 8 |
Charging
| Property | BMW i4 xDrive40 | Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 207 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 6.6 |
Performance
| Property | BMW i4 xDrive40 | Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 295 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 396 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 600 Nm | 858 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.5 | 7.3 |
Dimensions
| Property | BMW i4 xDrive40 | Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4783 mm | 4946 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2073 mm | 2103 mm |
| Height | 1448 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2856 mm | 3120 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | BMW i4 xDrive40 | Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2260 kg | 2490 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 470 l | 430 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 895 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5.5 |
