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Mercedes E Class Wagon vs Rolls-Royce Ghost comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 600 HP), boot space and price (52,600 £ vs 276,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class Wagon or Rolls-Royce Ghost?

Mercedes E Class Wagon vs Rolls-Royce Ghost: Key differences

Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Rolls-Royce Ghost

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  • very slightly more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

E Class Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes E Class Wagon is considerably cheaper – starting at 52,600 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Ghost costs 276,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 224,225 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E Class Wagon uses 1.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Ghost with 15.3 L/100km. The difference is about 13.6 L/100km.

Ghost

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 Rolls-Royce Ghost offers very slightly more power – delivering 600 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class Wagon is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Rolls-Royce Ghost takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Rolls-Royce Ghost delivers moderately more torque with 900 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

E Class Wagon

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 Wagon is noticeably lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,490 kg. The difference is around 590 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class Wagon is clearly superior 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 £52,600
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/100km
  • Electric Range : 97 - 109 km
Mercedes E Class Wagon
Rolls-Royce Ghost

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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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Rolls-Royce Ghost

The Ghost is a stunning representation of luxury and sophistication, embodying the essence of Rolls-Royce's craftsmanship. With its serene ride and opulent interior, it offers an unparalleled driving experience that envelops occupants in a world of comfort. Every detail, from the meticulously designed dashboard to the whisper-quiet engine, reflects the brand's commitment to excellence and elegance.

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Mercedes E Class Wagon
Rolls-Royce Ghost

Costs and Consumption

Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Price
276,900 - 334,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
15.3 - 15.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
44 - 181 g/km
co2
346 - 357 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Curb weight
2,490 - 2,530 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,880 mm
Width
2,148 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
571 - 600 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
850 - 900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
420 - 441 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
6,749 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Rolls-Royce
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