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BMW i7 vs Mercedes E Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (659 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (99200 £ vs 50500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i7 or Mercedes E Class?

BMW i7

Mercedes E Class

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

i7

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 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50500 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48681 £.

As for electric range, the BMW i7 performs significantly better – achieving up to 624 km, about 508 km more than the Mercedes E Class.

E 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 i7 has a to a small extent edge – offering 659 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i7 is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW i7 pulls evident stronger with 1100 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm difference.

i7

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 curb weight, Mercedes E Class is decisively lighter – 1810 kg compared to 2595 kg. The difference is around 785 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers minimal more room – 540 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class a bit takes the win – 640 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i7 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.

BMW i7
Mercedes E Class

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i7

BMW i7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 455 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.5 - 20.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 559 - 624 km

BMW i7

The BMW i7 is a quietly imposing electric limousine that wraps advanced tech and traditional Bavarian comfort in a futuristic skin. For buyers after serene luxury with a mischievous streak, it pampers rear-seat occupants while reminding the driver that BMW still knows how to make a big car feel alive.

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Mercedes E Class

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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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BMW i7
Mercedes E Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
99200 - 157200 £
Price
50500 - 119700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
559 - 624 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
101.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2595 - 2770 kg
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
5391 mm
Length
4949 mm
Width
1950 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1544 mm
Height
1468 - 1469 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
455 - 659 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
650 - 1100 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
335 - 485 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General

Model Year
2022 - 2023
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the BMW i7 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.