When one considers the BMW 5 Series, he will undoubtedly think about the Mercedes-Benz E-Class as well, for these two executive saloons have been going head-to-head for decades. The 5 Series, represented here by the 520i M Sport, is one of the brand's most popular models in Singapore.
BMW 520i M Sport vs Mercedes-Benz E200 AMG Line: Classic boardroom battle between 2 iconic executive saloonsWhen one considers the BMW 5 Series, he will undoubtedly think about the Mercedes-Benz E-Class as well, for these two executive saloons have been going head-to-head for decades.
Will the 520i reign over the E200? Or will the Merc have the upper hand over the Bimmer? Let the corporate contest begin!Between the two, it's the 520i's masculine character that immediately draws your attention. Its sharp lines ensure that it looks muscular from any angle, with a powerful bonnet and chiselled front bumper adding to its character. The squarish rear end, with its clean-looking taillights, lend the car a futuristic appearance, too.
With an overall length of 5,060mm and a wheelbase that's 2,995mm long, the 520i makes the E200 look small, despite the Merc measuring in at 4,949mm and having a 2,961mm long wheelbase. A larger car that crosses the five-metre mark will definitely matter to some buyers in this segment.The 5 Series and E-Class both push the tech envelope, though again, both brands take different approaches.
The E200 is more user-friendly thanks to its more 'conventional' cockpit. That means the Start/Stop button is on one side, while the column-mounted gearshift lever is on the other. So, you'll need two hands instead of one to drive off. The only hiccup here is that if you wish to save any photos or videos taken with the selfie camera, you'll need to insert a thumb drive. In the 520i, you can seamlessly transfer the media onto your phone after scanning a QR code.
It's a tad slower than the E200, though, whose turbocharged 2.0-litre delivers 201bhp and 320Nm of torque. These figures, which are deployed to the rear wheels via a nine-speed automatic, enable the E200 to clock a sprightlier zero to 100km/h time of 7.5 seconds.
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