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Mercedes E Class Wagon vs VW ID.3 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 231 HP), boot space and price (52,600 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class Wagon or VW ID.3?

Mercedes E Class Wagon vs VW ID.3: Key differences

Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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VW ID.3

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • barely 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 Wagon

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.

VW ID.3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Mercedes E Class Wagon costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,494 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID.3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 629 km, about 520 km more than the Mercedes E Class Wagon.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes E Class Wagon offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 231 HP. That’s roughly 354 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class Wagon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the VW ID.3 takes 7.1 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class Wagon delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 400 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, VW ID.3 is barely lighter – 1,885 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class Wagon offers visibly more boot space – 615 L compared to 383 L. That’s a difference of about 232 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class Wagon carries clearly more – 645 kg compared to 464 kg. That’s a difference of about 181 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class Wagon is clearly 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 £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
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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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Reviews Mercedes E Class Wagon

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VW ID.3

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Reviews VW ID.3

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Pennings
6 May 2026, 08:03:27

ID.3 catches less wind. It's more pleasant, especially on the highway. Also: more economical, lighter and with the same step‑in height.

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Mr C Blagdon
14 Jan 2026, 12:07:54

Great all rounder, surprisingly spacious cabin. Rapid and refined. Not quiet enough space in the boot for a bike, could use more ground clearance.

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Mercedes E Class Wagon
VW ID.3

Costs and Consumption
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Price
29,100 - 40,800 £
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
13.9 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
410 - 629 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
44 - 181 g/km
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0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Curb weight
1,885 - 1,966 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
383 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
422 - 464 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
170 - 231 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
125 - 170 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes E Class Wagon have?

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

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