BMW vs. Mercedes-Benz

If you’re looking for luxury at an affordable price in Mount Vernon, Victory Mitsubishi is here to help! In addition to a full inventory of new Mitsubishi vehicles, we also offer top-quality used and certified pre-owned cars from a wide variety of popular automakers. Two of the best luxury automakers you can buy or lease from are Mercedes-Benz and BMW–they both have a long history of producing vehicles with sleek style, next-generation technology, and powerhouse performance specs under the hood. The team at Victory Mitsubishi has put together a guide comparing the most important details of Mercedes-Benz vs. BMW, including their critical ratings, CPO programs, and reliability scores. Check it out, then head to our luxury used inventory to start picking out your next ride!

BMW vs. Mercedes-Benz: Ranked Models

Let’s start our BMW vs. Mercedes-Benz comparison by seeing what the critics have to say! Both BMW and Mercedes-Benz enjoy excellent critical reviews for their cars and SUVs, typically occupying the top spots on any ranked list of vehicles. We’ve put together a list of the U.S. News & World Report rankings for the most popular vehicle segments, and the Mercedes-Benz and BMW entries on the prestigious Car and Driver Editors List. Check it out:

Luxury Small Cars

• #1: Mercedes-Benz C-Class (8.6 / 10)
• #7: BMW 3-Series (8.2 / 10)

Luxury Midsize Cars 

• #1: Mercedes-Benz E-Class (8.7 / 10)
• #2: BMW 5-Series (8.5 / 10)

Super Luxury Cars 

• #1: Mercedes-Benz S-Class (9.1 / 10)
• #4: BMW 7-Series (7.9 / 10)

Luxury Compact SUVs 

• #1: BMW X3 (8.4 / 10)
• #1: Mercedes-Benz GLC (8.4 / 10) – tied with BMW X3

Luxury Crossover SUVs 

• #1: BMW iX (8.8 / 10)
• #4: Mercedes-Benz GLE (8.6 / 10)

2022 Car and Driver Editors Choice List 

• BMW X1
• BMW X2
• BMW X3
• BMW X5
• BMW X7
• BMW 2-Series
• BMW 3-Series
• BMW M3
• BMW M4
• Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC
• Mercedes-Benz AMG C43
• Mercedes-Benz AMG E53
• Mercedes-Benz E-Class
• Mercedes-Benz S-Class
• Mercedes-Benz EQS

Mercedes-Benz vs. BMW: Reliability & Maintenance

Now that we’ve seen what the critics are saying, let’s turn to one of the most important factors that New Rochelle drivers consider when picking out a car–reliability. While Mercedes-Benz and BMW both cost more to maintain than the average vehicle because of their luxury status, the good news is that they both have similar reliability ratings from RepairPal. If you want to get down to the nitty-gritty, Mercedes-Benz edges out BMW a bit in terms of annual maintenance cost, severity of unscheduled repairs, and overall reliability rating. However, you really can’t go wrong with either of them! Here are the details:

BMW Reliability Ratings 

• Average Yearly Maintenance Cost: $968 
• 0.9 unscheduled repair trips per year
• 15% of repairs are considered severe
• Reliability rating: 2.5 / 3.0

Mercedes-Benz Reliability Ratings: 

• Yearly Maintenance Cost: $908
• 0.7 unscheduled repair trips per year
• 13% of repairs are considered severe
• Reliability rating: 3.0 / 5.0

BMW vs. Mercedes-Benz: CPO Program

If you’re looking to bridge the gap between a new and used car, you might consider a certified pre-owned luxury vehicle! While CPO vehicles have had previous owners, they also undergo rigorous inspections to make sure that they’re of the highest quality possible before being allowed on the road. They’re also backed by robust warranty programs that you won’t find on traditional used cars–Mercedes-Benz and BMW both protect their CPO vehicles with coverage for one year or unlimited miles! Here are the requirements that both brands impose on their vehicles for them to be labeled certified pre-owned:

BMW CPO Requirements 

• Fewer than 60,000 miles on the odometer
• Must have genuine BMW parts
• Must include a CARFAX or AutoCheck vehicle report
• Must pass 360-degree service inspection
• Must be road tested

Mercedes-Benz CPO Requirements 

• Less than 6 years old
• Fewer than 75,000 miles on the odometer
• Must have a spotless service record
• Must include a CARFAX vehicle history report
• Must pass 165+ point inspection
• Must be road tested

Find Your Next Pre-Owned Ride at Victory Mitsubishi!

Now that we’ve had a chance to compare the details of BMW vs. Mercedes-Benz used vehicles on paper, you might want to see how they stack up on the road! Contact our office to see what we have available, then head to our dealership to set up a test drive around Westchester. You can also contact us or check out our blog for more vehicle information, automotive news, and tips for keeping your ride in the best condition possible!