BMW 5 Series 1981 vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2014 size comparison

Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2014–2018 is 66 mm (1.4%) longer than BMW 5 Series 1981–1987. It is 110 mm (6.5%) wider, 27 mm (1.9%) taller and 215 mm (8.2%) longer in wheelbase. Boot space with the seats up is 460 L and 480 L (+20 L).

DimensionBMW 5 Series 1981–1987Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2014–2018Difference
Length4620 mm4686 mm+66 mm (+1.4%)
Width1700 mm1810 mm+110 mm (+6.5%)
Height1415 mm1442 mm+27 mm (+1.9%)
Wheelbase2625 mm2840 mm+215 mm (+8.2%)
Boot460 L480 L+20 L

BMW 5 Series 1981–1987 dimensions · Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2014–2018 dimensions