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Mercedes E-Class Wagon vs VW Tayron - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (585 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (52600 £ vs 39600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class Wagon or VW Tayron?

Mercedes E-Class Wagon

VW Tayron

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 Tayron has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39600 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class Wagon costs 52600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13020 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tayron manages with 1.50 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Mercedes E-Class Wagon with 1.70 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the VW Tayron performs somewhat better – achieving up to 123 km, about 14 km more than the Mercedes E-Class Wagon.

Tayron

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 Mercedes E-Class Wagon has a clearly edge – offering 585 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class Wagon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the VW Tayron takes 6.10 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes E-Class Wagon performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Tayron tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E-Class Wagon pulls decisively stronger with 750 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm difference.

E-Class Wagon

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Tayron is to a small extent lighter – 1682 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 218 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tayron offers clearly perceptible more room – 885 L compared to 615 L. That’s a difference of about 270 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tayron performs to a small extent better – up to 2090 L, which is about 260 L more than the Mercedes E-Class Wagon.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E-Class Wagon to a small extent takes the win – 645 kg compared to 566 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes E-Class Wagon shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £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
  • Electric Range : 97 - 109 km
Mercedes E-Class Wagon
VW Tayron

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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 Tayron

The VW Tayron is Volkswagen's roomy, no-nonsense SUV that pairs clean, familiar styling with a practical cabin built for families and everyday use. It rides comfortably, packs sensible tech and creature comforts, and feels like the sensible sweater of SUVs for buyers who prefer steady value over headline-grabbing drama.

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Mercedes E-Class Wagon
VW Tayron

Costs and Consumption

Price
52600 - 121800 £
Price
39600 - 53300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
44 - 181 g/km
co2
33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1900 - 2435 kg
Curb weight
1682 - 1948 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Length
4792 mm
Width
1880 mm
Width
1853 - 1866 mm
Height
1469 - 1497 mm
Height
1666 - 1668 mm
Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1830 L
Max trunk capacity
1915 - 2090 L
Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
489 - 566 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
204 - 240 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes E-Class Wagon have?

The Mercedes E-Class Wagon is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.