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Mercedes E Class Wagon vs VW T-Cross comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (52,600 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class Wagon or VW T-Cross?

Mercedes E Class Wagon vs VW T-Cross: Key differences

Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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VW T-Cross

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly 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:

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

VW T-Cross is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mercedes E Class Wagon costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,238 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E Class Wagon uses 1.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the VW T-Cross with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.

T-Cross

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 significantly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 435 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 T-Cross takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class Wagon delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.

E Class Wagon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW T-Cross is clearly lighter – 1,267 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 633 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class Wagon offers noticeably more boot space – 615 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class Wagon carries markedly more – 645 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class Wagon is decisively ahead 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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VW T-Cross

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Reviews VW T-Cross

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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Monika
12 Feb 2026, 07:34:19

I chose the T‑Cross — more comfortable and roomier inside, especially for adult passengers; bought on the model‑year clearance — running costs work out cheaper even taking into account fuel savings from the Toyota hybrid (planned over five years); I like the space and the VW suited me better — I prefer the view through the front windshield.

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Erasmo Paone
21 Oct 2025, 21:49:59

Very practical, interior space is excellent. Lacks charm, fuel consumption is a bit high.

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Mercedes E Class Wagon
VW T-Cross

Costs and Consumption
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Price
21,400 - 32,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 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
124 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Curb weight
1,267 - 1,338 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,784 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
463 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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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