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Mercedes E Class Wagon vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (52,600 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class Wagon or VW Tiguan?

Mercedes E Class Wagon vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Tiguan

4.1 (9 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • slightly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Tiguan is clearly cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Mercedes E Class Wagon costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,054 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mercedes E Class Wagon with 1.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Tiguan offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 17 km more than the Mercedes E Class Wagon.

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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 Wagon offers substantially more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class Wagon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.9 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class Wagon delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, VW Tiguan is slightly lighter – 1,599 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 301 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers very slightly more boot space – 652 L compared to 615 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class Wagon carries somewhat more – 645 kg compared to 544 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class Wagon is clearly superior 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 Tiguan

The VW Tiguan is a well-rounded compact SUV that delivers a comfortable cabin, composed ride and practical space suited to everyday family life. Its straightforward tech and clever storage make it easy to live with, leaning toward sensible refinement rather than flash.

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4.1 (9 Reviews)
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Peter
21 Feb 2026, 14:53:54

My Tiguan 2.0 TSI is flawless after eight years and still looks great. I really can't complain.

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Thomas
21 Nov 2025, 21:33:38

What counts is longevity... and on that front VW doesn't convince.

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Mercedes E Class Wagon
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Costs and Consumption
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
44 - 181 g/km
co2
32 - 190 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
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
460 - 544 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, 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
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
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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