Compare performance (288 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (42,600 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Wagon or VW ID.7?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes C Class Wagon is marginally cheaper – starting at 42,600 £ , while the VW ID.7 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,775 £.
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 VW ID.7 offers moderately more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 52 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.7 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Mercedes C Class Wagon takes 5.8 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.7 delivers somewhat more torque with 679 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 129 Nm more.
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 C Class Wagon is noticeably lighter – 1,755 kg compared to 2,180 kg. The difference is around 425 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW ID.7 offers only slightly more boot space – 532 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Wagon carries slightly more – 565 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.
The VW ID.7 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.
The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.
detailsVW ID.7 arrives as Volkswagen's electric grand tourer, pairing a low-slung, aerodynamic silhouette with a calm, understated interior that prioritizes comfort and space. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a relaxed, high-tech cruiser that covers motorway miles with poise rather than bravado.
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Price
42,600 - 67,200 £
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Price
46,400 - 54,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
594 - 708 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
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co2
123 - 157 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,755 - 1,940 kg
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Curb weight
2,180 - 2,325 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 L
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Trunk capacity
532 L
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Length
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Length
4,961 mm
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Width
1,820 mm
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Width
1,862 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,535 - 1,536 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,586 L
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Payload
460 - 565 kg
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Payload
460 - 465 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 288 HP
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Power HP
286 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 550 Nm
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Torque
545 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
137 - 212 kW
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Power kW
210 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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