Compare performance (228 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 47,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQA or VW ID.7 Touring?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes EQA is only slightly cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the VW ID.7 Touring costs 47,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,187 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.7 Touring is visibly more efficient: consuming 14 kWh/100km compared to 16.9 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQA. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the VW ID.7 Touring offers visibly more range – reaching up to 689 km, about 213 km more than the Mercedes EQA.
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 offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 228 HP. That’s roughly 112 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.7 Touring is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Mercedes EQA takes 7.7 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.7 Touring delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 289 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 EQA is very slightly lighter – 2,115 kg compared to 2,191 kg. The difference is around 76 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW ID.7 Touring offers significantly more boot space – 605 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 265 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW ID.7 Touring carries barely more – 465 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
The VW ID.7 Touring stands well ahead of its rival 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 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.
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
45,900 - 54,900 £
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Price
47,100 - 54,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
476 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
0 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
SUV
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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
2,115 kg
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Curb weight
2,191 - 2,336 kg
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Trunk capacity
340 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
1,834 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
425 kg
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Payload
459 - 465 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
228 HP
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Power HP
286 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 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
390 Nm
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Torque
545 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
168 kW
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Power kW
210 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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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