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Audi A7 vs Mercedes E-Class comparison

Compare performance (630 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (55,000 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or Mercedes E-Class?

Audi A7 vs Mercedes E-Class: Key differences

Audi A7

  • very slightly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Mercedes E-Class

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • very slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A7

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes E-Class is marginally cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the Audi A7 costs 55,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,538 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A7 uses 1.2 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mercedes E-Class with 1.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E-Class offers considerably more range – reaching 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 offers very slightly more power – delivering 630 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mercedes E-Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A7 delivers somewhat more torque with 850 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

A7

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mercedes E-Class offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A7 is marginally lighter – 1,770 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class offers very slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class carries very slightly more – 640 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A7 is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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A7

Audi A7

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 630 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 67 - 68 km
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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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Comfortable car, beautiful lines, powerful and economical to run.

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Audi A7
Mercedes E-Class

Costs and Consumption
Price
55,000 - 117,900 £
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 - 68 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 276 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 73 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,150 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
4,969 - 5,009 mm
Length
-
Width
1,908 - 1,950 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,422 - 1,424 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,235 - 1,390 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
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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
1,968 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Audi A7 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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