Compare performance (585 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (50500 £ vs 47100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class or VW ID.7 Touring?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW ID.7 Touring has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 47100 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3429 £.
As for electric range, the VW ID.7 Touring performs decisively better – achieving up to 689 km, about 573 km more than the Mercedes E Class.
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 has a significantly edge – offering 585 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the VW ID.7 Touring takes 5.50 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls barely noticeable stronger with 750 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 71 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes E Class is distinct lighter – 1810 kg compared to 2191 kg. The difference is around 381 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID.7 Touring offers to a small extent more room – 605 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class noticeable takes the win – 640 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.
The VW ID.7 Touring holds a narrow overall lead 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
50500 - 119700 £
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Price
47100 - 54900 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
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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
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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
1810 - 2390 kg
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Curb weight
2191 - 2336 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
4961 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Width
1862 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1549 - 1551 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1714 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
1993 - 2999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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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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The Mercedes E Class is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.