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BMW i7 vs Mercedes E-Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (99,300 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i7 or Mercedes E-Class Estate?

BMW i7 vs Mercedes E-Class Estate: Key differences

BMW i7

  • a bit more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i7

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 E-Class Estate is significantly cheaper – starting at 52,600 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,710 £.

As for electric range, the BMW i7 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 515 km more than the Mercedes E-Class Estate.

E-Class Estate

Engine and Performance:

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 i7 offers a bit more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i7 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Mercedes E-Class Estate takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i7 delivers noticeably more torque with 1,100 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes E-Class Estate is visibly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,595 kg. The difference is around 695 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers somewhat more boot space – 615 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries a bit more – 645 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 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.

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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/100km
  • Electric Range 559 - 624 km
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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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
99,300 - 157,200 £
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
559 - 624 km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,595 - 2,770 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
500 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
480 - 535 kg
Payload
540 - 645 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-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
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
650 - 1,100 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
335 - 485 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the BMW i7 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i7 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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