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BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes E-Class comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Mercedes E-Class?

BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes E-Class: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

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Mercedes E-Class

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  • significantly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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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

7 Series

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52,281 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class uses 1.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW 7 Series with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E-Class offers markedly more range – reaching up to 116 km, about 36 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes E-Class offers only slightly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 571 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the BMW 7 Series takes 4.3 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers barely more torque with 800 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E-Class is noticeably lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 445 kg.

Boot capacity is identical – both offer 540 L of storage.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries marginally more – 665 kg compared to 640 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 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.

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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/100km
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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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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Carlos
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Comfortable car, beautiful lines, powerful and economical to run.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 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
80 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, 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
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the BMW 7 Series?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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