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Audi A7 vs Mercedes E Class Wagon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (630 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (55000 £ vs 52600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or Mercedes E Class Wagon?

Audi A7

Mercedes E Class Wagon

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 Wagon has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 52600 £ , while the Audi A7 costs 55000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2396 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A7 manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes E Class Wagon with 1.70 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E Class Wagon performs noticeable better – achieving up to 109 km, about 41 km more than the Audi A7.

E Class Wagon

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 minimal 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 evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Mercedes E Class Wagon takes 4.10 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

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

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

A7

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In curb weight, Audi A7 is slight lighter – 1770 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 130 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class Wagon offers somewhat more room – 615 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes E Class Wagon performs distinct better – up to 1830 L, which is about 440 L more than the Audi A7.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class Wagon barely noticeable takes the win – 645 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £55,000
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
  • Electric Range : 67 - 68 km
Audi A7
Mercedes E Class Wagon

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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 Wagon

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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Audi A7
Mercedes E Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
55000 - 117900 £
Price
52600 - 121800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 - 68 km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
14.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
28 - 276 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 73 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1770 - 2150 kg
Curb weight
1900 - 2435 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
4969 - 5009 mm
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
1908 - 1950 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1422 - 1424 mm
Height
1469 - 1497 mm
Max trunk capacity
1235 - 1390 L
Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1830 L
Payload
510 - 600 kg
Payload
540 - 645 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-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
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
245 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
213 - 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

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Audi A7 have?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.