BMW 5 SERIES TOURING

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MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS ALL-TERRAIN

The All-Terrain has a slightly larger body

Comparing the body sizes of the BMW 5 Series Touring and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class All-Terrain, the 5 Series is considerably larger, due in part to the difference in segment. The 5 Series is in the E segment, while the C-Class is in the D segment.

However, the All-Terrain we are comparing this time has a larger body size, so it is worth noting that its overall width and height are relatively close to those of the 5 Series. However, the difference in the segment between the two cars is most apparent in the overall length. The difference between the two cars is a whopping 30cm, clearly showing the difference in class.

BMW 523d ​​xDrive Touring Exclusive

Body size = Length 5060mm x Width 1900mm x Height 1515mm

Wheelbase = 2995mm

Vehicle weight = 1940kg

Tire size = 225/55R18

Mercedes-Benz C220d 4Matic All-Terrain

Body size = Length 4760mm x Width 1840mm x Height 1495mm

Wheelbase = 2865mm

Vehicle weight = 1870kg

Tire size = 245/45R18

The 5 Series is a wolf in sheep’s clothing in terms of off-road capability

Both the 523d ​​xDrive and the C220d are equipped with a 2.0-liter diesel engine and AWD, giving them the off-road capabilities of a crossover despite being station wagons.

The C-Class All-Terrain is a station wagon with a higher ride height and SUV-like characteristics, so it’s only natural that it comes with diesel and AWD.

However, the 5 Series Touring is a surprising setup. The E segment has a strong image of luxury cars, and high driving performance and quietness are required. At first glance, you would not think that the 5 Series Touring has the off-road capabilities of a crossover despite its luxury station wagon appearance.

The reason for this configuration is likely due to the existence of its direct rival, the E-Class Station Wagon. The basic model of that car is a gasoline engine + RWD configuration. Perhaps the diesel engine + AWD was chosen to differentiate it from the E-Class. In any case, the 5 Series Touring has some pretty bold packaging.

BMW 523d ​​xDrive Touring Exclusive

Engine type = Inline 4-cylinder turbo diesel

Displacement = 1995cc

Maximum output = 197PS/4000rpm

Maximum torque = 400Nm/1500-2750rpm

Transmission = 8-speed AT

Drive system = AWD

Mercedes-Benz C220d 4Matic All-Terrain

Engine type = Inline 4-cylinder turbo diesel

Displacement = 1992cc

Maximum output = 200PS/3600rpm

Maximum torque = 440Nm/1800-2800rpm

Transmission = 9-speed AT

Drive system = AWD

Attractively priced 5 Series Touring

Considering the difference in class, it’s easy to imagine that the 5 Series is more expensive and the C-Class is cheaper, but in this case the difference between the two is only about 200,000 yen. When you think about it this way, the 5 Series seems like a better value. However, considering that the C-Class is an all-terrain model, which is a special grade in a sense, this pricing is understandable.

However, the fact that an E-segment station wagon is priced at under 9 million yen means that the price has been set very boldly.

Vehicle price

BMW 523d ​​xDrive Touring Exclusive: 8.9 million yen

Mercedes-Benz C220d 4Matic All-Terrain: 8.67 million yen

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Station wagons, once a major category, are now even available as high-end models from luxury brands. The new BMW 5 Series Touring was announced and introduced in Japan in February 2024, but when purchasing a luxury car, you want to carefully consider your options. This time, we’ll compare the specs with the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Station Wagon, its closest rival, priced at around 9 million yen.