Compare performance (585 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 47,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class or VW ID.7 Touring?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW ID.7 Touring is marginally cheaper – starting at 47,100 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,429 £.
As for electric range, the VW ID.7 Touring offers considerably more range – reaching up to 689 km, about 573 km more than the Mercedes E Class.
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 offers significantly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the VW ID.7 Touring takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class delivers only slightly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 71 Nm more.
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, Mercedes E Class is noticeably lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,191 kg. The difference is around 381 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW ID.7 Touring offers somewhat more boot space – 605 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class carries noticeably more – 640 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.
The VW ID.7 Touring comes out modestly 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.
The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
detailsThe VW ID.7 Touring blends sleek, aerodynamic fastback looks with estate practicality, delivering an electric family car that looks grown-up and feels refined. Inside it's calm and spacious with clever storage and modern tech, swallowing suitcases and weekend plans with ease — a sensible, slightly flashy choice for buyers who want electric comfort without giving up practicality.
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Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
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Price
47,100 - 54,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
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Electric Range
584 - 689 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
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Curb weight
2,191 - 2,336 kg
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Trunk capacity
605 L
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Length
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Length
4,961 mm
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Width
1,880 mm
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Width
1,862 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,549 - 1,551 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,714 L
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
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Payload
459 - 465 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
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Power HP
286 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Torque
545 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Power kW
210 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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