Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ vs BMW i5 xDrive40
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…) has a starting price of €110705, compared to the BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…), which starts at €75600.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ | BMW i5 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | Germany, China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €110705 | €75600 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €64990 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…) has a larger battery, the BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ | BMW i5 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 370 km | 447 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 504 km | 580 km |
| Range (GCC) | 390 km | 452 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 84.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 90.6 kWh | 81.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 23.2 kWh/100 km | 18 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.3 km/kWh | 5.57 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5 | 7.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 206 kW, while the Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…) maxes out at 170 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ | BMW i5 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 170 kW | 206 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.6 | 6.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ | BMW i5 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 460 kW | 290 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 617 hp | 389 hp |
| Motor Torque | 950 Nm | 590 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 s | 5.4 s |
| Top Speed | 220 km/h | 215 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.2 | 5.7 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…) and BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) are about the same size.
The Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ | BMW i5 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4964 mm | 5060 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2103 mm | 2156 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1906 mm | 1900 mm |
| Height | 1495 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3120 mm | 2995 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The BMW i5 xDrive40 (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…).
| Property | Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ | BMW i5 xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2540 kg | 2345 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 430 l | 490 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 895 l | 785 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 2000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.6 | 5.9 |
