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Mercedes E-Class Estate vs Toyota RAV4 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 309 HP), boot space and price (52,600 £ vs 37,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class Estate or Toyota RAV4?

Mercedes E-Class Estate vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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Toyota RAV4

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

E-Class Estate

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.

Toyota RAV4 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 37,700 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class Estate costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,927 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1.3 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Mercedes E-Class Estate with 1.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota RAV4 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 137 km, about 28 km more than the Mercedes E-Class Estate.

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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 Mercedes E-Class Estate offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 309 HP. That’s roughly 276 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class Estate is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

E-Class Estate

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, Toyota RAV4 is somewhat lighter – 1,655 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers slightly more boot space – 615 L compared to 514 L. That’s a difference of about 101 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries barely more – 645 kg compared to 610 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class Estate leads convincingly 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 Estate

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • 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 Estate
Toyota RAV4

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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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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 is a well-rounded compact SUV that pairs everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed ride and generous cargo space, making it a sensible choice for families and active lifestyles. Its strong reputation for reliability, efficient drivetrains, and straightforward technology gives it wide appeal whether you value economy, comfort, or capability.

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Mercedes E-Class Estate
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption

Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Price
37,700 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
133 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
44 - 181 g/km
co2
30 - 121 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
-
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Curb weight
1,655 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
446 - 514 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
515 - 610 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
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
185 - 309 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
136 - 227 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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