Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Caddy Compact Van has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25800 £, while the Mercedes E-Class Wagon costs 52600 £. That’s a price difference of around 26811 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy Compact Van manages with 0.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes E-Class Wagon with 1.70 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.
As for range, the VW Caddy Compact Van performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 120 km, about 11 km more than the Mercedes E-Class Wagon.
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 significantly edge – offering 585 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 435 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes E-Class Wagon performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Caddy Compact Van tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 64 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E-Class Wagon pulls clearly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mercedes E-Class Wagon offers convincingly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is evident lighter – 1442 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 458 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy Compact Van performs clearly better – up to 3700 L, which is about 1870 L more than the Mercedes E-Class Wagon.
When it comes to payload, VW Caddy Compact Van to a small extent takes the win – 759 kg compared to 645 kg. That’s a difference of about 114 kg.
The VW Caddy Compact Van proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Caddy Compact Van is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
52600 - 121800 £
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Price
25800 - 42300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
97 - 109 km
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Electric Range
117 - 120 km
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Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
44 - 181 g/km
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co2
11 - 154 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1900 - 2435 kg
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Curb weight
1442 - 1818 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
4949 - 4959 mm
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Length
4500 - 4853 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1469 - 1497 mm
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Height
1819 - 1823 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1830 L
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Max trunk capacity
3100 - 3700 L
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Payload
540 - 645 kg
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Payload
628 - 759 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Power HP
102 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Torque
220 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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The Mercedes E-Class Wagon is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.