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BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes T Class comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 23,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Mercedes T Class?

BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes T Class: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes T Class

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

7 Series

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 T Class is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 79,804 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 7 Series uses 3.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes T Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

T Class

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 BMW 7 Series offers considerably more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 440 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.6 s. That’s about 7.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 530 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 T Class is substantially lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 699 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries barely more – 665 kg compared to 630 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 7 Series is clearly superior overall 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 £102,800
7 Series

BMW 7 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 300 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 80 km
BMW 7 Series
Mercedes T Class

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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 T Class

The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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BMW 7 Series
Mercedes T Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
135 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
521 - 630 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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