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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
70600 - 100600 £
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Price
50500 - 119700 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 11.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
81 - 82 km
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
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co2
86 - 271 g/km
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2055 - 2460 kg
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Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
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Trunk capacity
563 - 887 L
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Length
-
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Length
4949 - 4959 mm
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Width
1970 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1468 - 1480 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
640 - 885 kg
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
231 - 507 HP
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 7.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Torque
500 - 770 Nm
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
170 - 373 kW
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.