BMW vs Mercedes-Benz — which to choose?
Detailed comparison based on 6594 real listings in Latvia
📊 Key Metrics
| Metric | BMW | Mercedes-Benz | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listings | 4729 | 1865 | ✓ BMW — more listings |
| Average Price | €13 222 | €16 480 | ✓ BMW — cheaper |
| Median Price | €8800 | €8900 | ✓ BMW — cheaper |
| Price Range | €600 – €135 000 | €450 – €320 000 | |
| Average Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
| Average Mileage | 262 431 km | 245 715 km | ✓ Mercedes-Benz — less mileage |
⛽ Fuel Type
BMW
Diesel80% (3735)
Petrol16% (725)
Hybrid3% (131)
Gas/LPG1% (54)
Universāls0% (5)
Sedans0% (4)
Apvidus0% (2)
Hečbeks0% (1)
Mercedes-Benz
Diesel75% (1339)
Petrol20% (352)
Hybrid3% (46)
Gas/LPG2% (43)
Sedans0% (1)
Apvidus0% (1)
Universāls0% (1)
Kupeja0% (1)
Mikroautobuss0% (1)
⚙️ Transmission
BMW
Automatic27%
Automatic22%
Automāts 8 ātrumi14%
Manuāla 6 ātrumi10%
Automāts 6 ātrumi8%
Manual6%
Manuāla4%
Manuāla 5 ātrumi3%
Automāts 5 ātrumi2%
Automāts 7 ātrumi1%
Automāts 10 ātrumi1%
Melna 0%
Melna metālika0%
Automāts 4 ātrumi0%
Automāts 9 ātrumi0%
Pelēka 0%
Pelēka metālika0%
Brūna metālika0%
Manuāla 8 ātrumi0%
Zila metālika0%
Balta 0%
Sudraba metālika0%
Zila 0%
Manuāla 7 ātrumi0%
Sarkana 0%
Gaiši zila metālika0%
Brūna 0%
Manuāla 10 ātrumi0%
Zaļa 0%
Zaļa metālika0%
Mercedes-Benz
Automatic30%
Automatic27%
Automāts 7 ātrumi9%
Manuāla 6 ātrumi6%
Manual6%
Automāts 9 ātrumi5%
Automāts 5 ātrumi5%
Automāts 6 ātrumi3%
Manuāla2%
Manuāla 5 ātrumi2%
Automāts 8 ātrumi1%
Automāts 4 ātrumi1%
Melna 0%
Balta 0%
Melna metālika0%
Pelēka metālika0%
Sudraba metālika0%
Sudraba 0%
Zila 0%
Automāts 10 ātrumi0%
Manuāla 4 ātrumi0%
Pelēka 0%
Balta metālika0%
Brūna 0%
Sarkana 0%
Zaļa 0%
Oranža 0%
Manuāla 8 ātrumi0%
Zaļa metālika0%
Brūna metālika0%
Manuāla 7 ātrumi0%
Zila metālika0%
🏆 Popular Models
BMW
💰 Price Distribution
| Range | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
|---|---|---|
| < €3,000 | 10% (450) | 14% (256) |
| €3,000–5,000 | 18% (865) | 14% (264) |
| €5,000–10,000 | 30% (1399) | 26% (483) |
| €10,000–20,000 | 24% (1138) | 21% (385) |
| €20,000–35,000 | 12% (555) | 15% (275) |
| €35,000+ | 7% (322) | 11% (202) |
🎯 Verdict
BMW wins on: cheaper, more listings. Mercedes-Benz excels in: less mileage. Both brands are excellent choices — the final decision depends on your budget and needs.
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Open comparison tool →❓ Frequently Asked Questions
▶Which is cheaper — BMW or Mercedes-Benz?
By average price in Latvia, BMW is cheaper at €13 222, compared to €16 480 for Mercedes-Benz.
▶BMW or Mercedes-Benz — which is more reliable?
Both brands offer reliable models. BMW average mileage is 262 431 km, Mercedes-Benz — 245 715 km. Lower mileage may indicate better condition.
▶How many BMW and Mercedes-Benz listings are there in Latvia?
Currently there are 4729 BMW and 1865 Mercedes-Benz listings in Latvia.
▶Which car is better for families — BMW or Mercedes-Benz?
Both brands have great family models. BMW top models: X5, 320, 530. Mercedes-Benz: C220, Sprinter, E220.
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