2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 vs BMW 535i Comparison

2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 vs 2016 BMW 535i

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The 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 and the BMW 535i stand out from the rest as two of the best in class in the midsized, luxury vehicle category. Car buyers for this vehicle category seek brands that are known for providing smooth handling, high performance, fuel efficiency and a generous amount of comfort features that come standard. Here is a quick look at how the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 stacks up against the BMW 535i in some key feature categories.

Comfort and Convenience

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 sedan seats five people, and the car's high level of comfort is felt by every occupant. When drivers enter the car, they are greeted with ambient lighting that soothes the senses and prepares them for a smooth, noise free ride. The vehicle's seats are upholstered with the brand's own MB Tex material that feels comfortable to the touch no matter the temperature, and the material's luxurious leather like look and feel give occupants all the satisfaction of high end leather without any of the animal cruelty guilt. The front seats of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 sedan offer 14 power positions that include extra lumbar support; three positions can be stored and recalled with one button touch for both the driver and the front passenger seats.

Efficient comfort feature control through the car's infotainment system that is called the Cockpit Management and Data (COMAND®) system provides streamlined convenience. For example, the driver uses the COMAND® system to manage the car's dual zone climate system that can be used in automated and manual modes. Besides the sun and humidity sensors that are used to adjust the vehicle's indoor environment, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 sedan's high end air filtration system removes all types of pollutants to improve indoor air quality.The 2016 BMW 535i sedan rivals the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 with a host of amenities for comfort and convenience that include a standard navigation system that is Bluetooth®** enabled. The car boasts a quiet interior and a smooth ride that maintains its serenity even at Autobahn like speeds.

Standard Vehicle Features

In addition to the comfort and convenience category features, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 sedan has other outstanding amenities that come standard to improve handling and make trips more enjoyable. For example, drivers benefit from power adjustable steering, cruise control and mirrors that automatically dim. The 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 sedan also comes with automatic, LED headlights and sunroof. Drivers and passengers enjoy a state-of-the-art sound system that features eight speakers, a six disc changer and an audio jack.

The 2016 BMW 535i also features a computerized control system called iDrive that is similar to the Mercedes' COMAND® system. The iDrive system is used to engage the car's adaptive LED headlights that adjust automatically to surrounding environments as well as its head up display that gives the driver important information about road conditions in advance to improve response time to potential hazards.

Performance

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 sedan offers top performance with a powerful 3.5 liter, V6 engine that produces 302 horsepower. The vehicle comes with a seven speed transmission that can be operated automatically or manually. The computerized transmission can memorize the driver's shifting patterns and preferences and recall them for a customized driving experience.

The 2016 BMW 535i also has a V6 engine, but its 300 horsepower is slightly less than that of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350. It comes with an eight speed automatic transmission. The luxury vehicle is known for its sporty performance and is powerful enough to go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in about five seconds.

Reading about the features of these top luxury midsized sedans can definitely help one with the research that is needed prior to making purchasing decisions. However, driving is believing in this case, and prospective buyers should contact their local Mercedes-Benz dealer to set up test drives.

* EPA estimated MPG may vary by transmission, trim and individual driving behavior.

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