BMW M5 vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class
The M5 is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹2.12 crore against ₹2.20 crore for the S-Class.
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M5 vs S-Class: specs and prices
| BMW M5 | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹2.12 Cr | ₹2.20 Cr |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Fuel | PHEV | Hybrid |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Mileage (claimed) | – | 32.3 km/l |
| Airbags (max) | 7 | 15 |
| Crash-test rating | Not tested | Not tested |
| Expert score | – | 8/10 |
| Variants | 1 | 1 |
| Cheapest automatic | ₹2.12 Cr | ₹2.20 Cr |
Ex-showroom prices from each maker's official website, updated 2026-10-22. On-road prices depend on your state.
Quick answers
- Which is cheaper, the BMW M5 or the Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
- The BMW M5 starts at ₹2.12 crore ex-showroom; the Mercedes-Benz S-Class starts at ₹2.20 crore. Prices updated 2026-10-22.
- Which is safer, the M5 or the S-Class?
- Neither has a published crash-test rating yet. The M5 has up to 7 airbags and the S-Class up to 15.
- Which is better, the M5 or the S-Class?
- The M5 is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹2.12 crore against ₹2.20 crore for the S-Class. Which suits you depends on your budget and the features you need: Right Ride's matcher ranks both against your priorities and shows on-road prices for your state.