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Audi A7 vs Mercedes E Class - Differences and prices compared

Q: What is the maximum horsepower of the Audi A7?

The Audi A7 reaches a peak output of 630 HP, depending on the model.

Q: What are the consumption figures for the Audi A7 in liters per 100 km?

On average, the Audi A7 consumes 1.20 L.

Q: What is the Audi A7’s maximum WLTP range?

According to WLTP, the Audi A7 can travel up to 68 km on a single charge.

Q: How large is the Audi A7’s battery?

The battery offers a capacity of 14.40 kWh.

Q: What are the dimensions of the Audi A7?

Overall, the Audi A7 is 4969 mm long, 1908 mm wide and 1422 mm high.

Q: Is the Mercedes E Class offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes E Class is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

Q: How powerful is the Mercedes E Class's engine?

The Mercedes E Class reaches a peak output of 585 HP, depending on the model.

Q: How much fuel does the Mercedes E Class use?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 1.50 L.

Q: What is the Mercedes E Class’s maximum WLTP range?

The WLTP range is up to 116 km.

Compare performance (630 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (55000 £ vs 50500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or Mercedes E Class?

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes E Class has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50500 £, while the Audi A7 costs 55000 £. That’s a price difference of around 4538 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A7 manages with 1.20 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Mercedes E Class with 1.50 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes E Class performs decisively better – achieving up to 116 km, about 48 km more than the Audi A7.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A7 has a slight edge – offering 630 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A7 performs a bit better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Mercedes E Class tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A7 pulls to a small extent stronger with 850 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes E Class offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Audi A7 is barely noticeable lighter – 1770 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers slight more room – 540 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class minimal takes the win – 640 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi A7 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A7 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Audi A7

Price : 55000 - 117900 £
Body Type : Hatchback
Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 204 - 630 HP
Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 12.2 L
Electric Range : 67 - 68 km
Battery Capacity : 14.40 kWh
Seats : 4
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 3.4 - 8.1 s
Model Year : 2023 - 2024
Max Speed : 245 - 280 km/h
Torque : 370 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4 - 8
Doors : 5
Model : A7
Modell : A7 Sportback 40 TDI, A7 Sportback 45 TDI, A7 Sportback 45 TFSI, A7 Sportback 50 TDI, A7 Sportback 50 TFSI e, A7 Sportback 55 TFSI e, A7 Sportback 55 TFSI, RS7 performance Sportback, RS7 Sportback, S7 Sportback TDI
CO2 Efficiency Class : E, F, B, G
Trim Level : quattro S tronic, S tronic, quattro tiptronic, tiptronic
Power kW : 150 - 463 kW
co2 : 28 - 276 g/km
Engine capacity : 1968 - 3996 cm3
Curb weight : 1770 - 2150 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 52 - 73 L
Trunk capacity : 380 - 535 L
Length : 4969 - 5009 mm
Width : 1908 - 1950 mm
Height : 1422 - 1424 mm
Brand : Audi
Max trunk capacity : 1235 - 1390 L
Payload : 510 - 600 kg

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Audi A7

The Audi A7 wraps elegant fastback lines around a sumptuous, tech-packed cabin that turns everyday drives into something a bit more special. It strikes a polished balance between relaxed comfort and engaging poise, so you’ll enjoy long cruises and spirited backroad runs while arriving in unmistakable style.

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Mercedes E Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 55000 - 117900 £	Price 50500 - 119700 £
Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 12.2 L	Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 67 - 68 km	Electric Range 101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity 14.40 kWh	Battery Capacity 21.20 kWh
co2 28 - 276 g/km	co2 39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 52 - 73 L	Fuel tank capacity 50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Hatchback	Body Type Sedan
Seats 4	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 4
Curb weight 1770 - 2150 kg	Curb weight 1810 - 2390 kg
Trunk capacity 380 - 535 L	Trunk capacity 370 - 540 L
Length 4969 - 5009 mm	Length 4949 - 4959 mm
Width 1908 - 1950 mm	Width 1880 mm
Height 1422 - 1424 mm	Height 1468 - 1480 mm
Max trunk capacity 1235 - 1390 L	Max trunk capacity -
Payload 510 - 600 kg	Payload 530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid	Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox	Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 204 - 630 HP	Power HP 186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.4 - 8.1 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed 245 - 280 km/h	Max Speed 222 - 250 km/h
Torque 370 - 850 Nm	Torque 320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 8	Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Power kW 150 - 463 kW	Power kW 137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity 1968 - 3996 cm3	Engine capacity 1993 - 2999 cm3