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Audi Q7 vs Mercedes E Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (507 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (70600 £ vs 50500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q7 or Mercedes E Class?

Audi Q7

Mercedes E Class

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

Q7

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes E Class has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50500 £ , while the Audi Q7 costs 70600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20138 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Audi Q7 with 3.80 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E Class performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 116 km, about 34 km more than the Audi Q7.

E Class

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes E Class has a a bit edge – offering 585 HP compared to 507 HP. That’s roughly 78 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Audi Q7 takes 4.10 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q7 pulls minimal stronger with 770 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

Q7

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: Audi Q7 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mercedes E Class is somewhat lighter – 1810 kg compared to 2055 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q7 offers clearly perceptible more room – 887 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 347 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q7 evident takes the win – 885 kg compared to 640 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class is decisively ahead 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.

Audi Q7
Mercedes E Class

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E Class

Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km

Audi Q7

The Audi Q7 cuts an imposing figure on the road, balancing restrained luxury with a spacious, tech-rich cabin that makes long journeys feel effortless. It rides with confident composure and polished manners, so if you want a premium family SUV that feels grown-up and worth the badge, the Q7 is a persuasive choice — even the in-laws will be impressed.

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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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Audi Q7
Mercedes E Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
70600 - 100600 £
Price
50500 - 119700 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 11.9 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
81 - 82 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
86 - 271 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2055 - 2460 kg
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Trunk capacity
563 - 887 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
-
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
1970 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
-
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
640 - 885 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 507 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
500 - 770 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
170 - 373 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Audi Q7 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-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.