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Mercedes E Class Wagon vs Renault Rafale - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (585 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (52600 £ vs 37700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class Wagon or Renault Rafale?

Mercedes E Class Wagon

Renault Rafale

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

E Class Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Rafale has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37700 £ , while the Mercedes E Class Wagon costs 52600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14918 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class Wagon manages with 1.70 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Renault Rafale with 2 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E Class Wagon performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 109 km, about 12 km more than the Renault Rafale.

Rafale

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 Mercedes E Class Wagon has a clearly edge – offering 585 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 285 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class Wagon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Renault Rafale takes 6.40 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

E Class Wagon

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 curb weight, Renault Rafale is hardly perceptible lighter – 1734 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 166 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Rafale offers hardly perceptible more room – 627 L compared to 615 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class Wagon evident takes the win – 645 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 201 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class Wagon sits well ahead of its rival 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.

Mercedes E Class Wagon
Renault Rafale

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E Class Wagon

Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 7.9 L
  • Electric Range : 97 - 109 km

Mercedes E Class Wagon

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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Renault Rafale

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The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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Mercedes E Class Wagon
Renault Rafale

Costs and Consumption

Price
52600 - 121800 £
Price
37700 - 49700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L
Consumption L/100km
2 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
97 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
44 - 181 g/km
co2
43 - 109 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1900 - 2435 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2025 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Length
4949 mm
Length
-
Width
1880 mm
Width
1886 mm
Height
1469 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1830 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
415 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
214 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes E Class Wagon have?

The Mercedes E Class Wagon is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-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.