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BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes E-Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Mercedes E-Class Estate?

BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes E-Class Estate: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

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Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • significantly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes E-Class Estate is significantly cheaper – starting at 52,600 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50,139 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class Estate uses 1.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW 7 Series with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers clearly more range – reaching up to 109 km, about 29 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

E-Class Estate

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 Mercedes E-Class Estate 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 Estate is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the BMW 7 Series takes 4.3 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

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

7 Series

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E-Class Estate is somewhat lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 355 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers slightly more boot space – 615 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries marginally more – 665 kg compared to 645 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class Estate holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £52,600
E-Class Estate

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 97 - 109 km
BMW 7 Series
Mercedes E-Class Estate

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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 Estate

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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BMW 7 Series
Mercedes E-Class Estate

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
540 - 645 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-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
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
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
G, E, F, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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