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Mercedes EQA vs VW ID.7 Touring - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (292 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (44200 £ vs 47100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQA or VW ID.7 Touring?

Mercedes EQA

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW ID.7 Touring

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes EQA has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 44200 £, while the VW ID.7 Touring costs 47100 £. That’s a price difference of around 2824 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.7 Touring: with 14 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Mercedes EQA with 14.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.40 kWh.

As for range, the VW ID.7 Touring performs somewhat better – achieving up to 689 km, about 128 km more than the Mercedes EQA.

ID.7 Touring @ Volkswagen

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 VW ID.7 Touring has a slightly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.7 Touring is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Mercedes EQA takes 6 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW ID.7 Touring performs slightly better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes EQA tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.7 Touring pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 679 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 159 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Mercedes EQA is slight lighter – 2045 kg compared to 2191 kg. The difference is around 146 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.7 Touring offers significantly more room – 605 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 265 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.7 Touring performs evident better – up to 1714 L, which is about 394 L more than the Mercedes EQA.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.7 Touring barely noticeable takes the win – 465 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW ID.7 Touring shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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 £47,100
ID.7 Touring @ Volkswagen

VW ID.7 Touring

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 584 - 689 km
Mercedes EQA
VW ID.7 Touring

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Mercedes EQA

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.

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VW ID.7 Touring

5 (2 Reviews)
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The 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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Mercedes EQA
VW ID.7 Touring
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ID.7 Touring @ Volkswagen

Costs and Consumption

Price
44200 - 57400 £
Price
47100 - 54900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
476 - 561 km
Electric Range
584 - 689 km
Battery Capacity
70.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2045 - 2115 kg
Curb weight
2191 - 2336 kg
Trunk capacity
340 L
Trunk capacity
605 L
Length
4463 mm
Length
4961 mm
Width
1834 mm
Width
1862 mm
Height
1608 - 1613 mm
Height
1549 - 1551 mm
Max trunk capacity
1320 L
Max trunk capacity
1714 L
Payload
425 kg
Payload
459 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
Is the Mercedes EQA offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.