Compare performance (571 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Mercedes V Class?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Mercedes V Class is significantly cheaper – starting at 48,200 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,607 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 7 Series uses 3.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.
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 BMW 7 Series offers considerably more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 334 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Mercedes V Class takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers noticeably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes V Class is marginally lighter – 2,192 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 63 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries noticeably more – 908 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 243 kg.
The BMW 7 Series is far ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.
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Price
102,800 - 127,500 £
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Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
80 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
17.6 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
74 - 160 g/km
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co2
187 - 232 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
6
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
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Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
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Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
5,391 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,950 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Height
1,544 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
605 - 665 kg
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Payload
636 - 908 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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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
300 - 571 HP
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Power HP
163 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
670 - 800 Nm
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Torque
370 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
220 - 420 kW
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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