5 Series G60 vs E-Class W214: which is better?
BMW 5 Series G60 (2023–present) vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class W214 (2023–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
BMW 5 Series G60
Mercedes-Benz E-Class W214Specifications
| BMW 5 Series G60 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class W214 | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2023–present | 2023–present |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 2.0 Turbo (520i) | 2.0 Turbo (E200) |
| Power, up to | 208 hp | 204 hp |
| Torque, up to | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Gearbox | automatic | automatic |
| Drive | rear-wheel drive | rear-wheel drive |
| Length | 5 060 mm | 4 949 mm |
| Width | 1 900 mm | 1 880 mm |
| Height | 1 515 mm | 1 469 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 995 mm | 2 961 mm |
| Fuel tank | 60 L | 66 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 16 475 ₸ | ≈ 16 475 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
BMW 5 Series G60
Pros
- Gearbox ZF 8HP: a reliable gearbox
- Powerful versions: up to 208 hp
- Currently in production — can be bought new
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Engine BMW B46/B48/B58: oil and coolant leaks at high mileage
- Gearbox ZF 8HP: rarely, mechatronics and bushings at high mileage
Engine (BMW B46/B48/B58): oil and coolant leaks at high mileage; water pump failures occur.
Gearbox (ZF 8HP): reliable gearbox; rarely — mechatronic and bushings at high mileage.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class W214
Pros
- Powerful versions: up to 204 hp
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Currently in production — can be bought new
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Engine Mercedes M254/M256/M276/M278/M176: complex engines, expensive to repair
- Gearbox Mercedes 9G-Tronic: jerky shifts when worn, software updates
Engine (Mercedes M254/M256/M276/M278/M176): engines are complex and expensive to repair; oil leaks and chain issues occur on M276/M278 at high mileage.
Gearbox (Mercedes 9G-Tronic): jerks when worn, software updates.
Which one to choose
- 5 Series G60 — if you care more about: power, torque, wheelbase.
- E-Class W214 — if you care more about: fuel tank.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: 5 Series G60 or E-Class W214?
5 Series G60: up to 208 hp, E-Class W214: up to 204 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: 5 Series G60 — about 16 475 ₸, E-Class W214 — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.