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Mercedes E-Class Estate vs NIO EL7 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (52,600 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class Estate or NIO EL7?

Mercedes E-Class Estate vs NIO EL7: Key differences

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • markedly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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NIO EL7

  • somewhat more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

E-Class Estate

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 Estate is markedly cheaper – starting at 52,600 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,710 £.

As for electric range, the NIO EL7 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 501 km, about 392 km more than the Mercedes E-Class Estate.

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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 NIO EL7 offers somewhat more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes E-Class Estate takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers somewhat more torque with 850 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

E-Class Estate

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E-Class Estate is noticeably lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 521 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers very slightly more boot space – 615 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries clearly more – 645 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 176 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 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.

from £63,300
EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 384 - 501 km
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Mercedes E-Class Estate

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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NIO EL7

The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
44 - 181 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
-
Length
4,912 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
-
Height
1,720 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
449 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
NIO
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes E-Class Estate have?

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

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