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Mercedes EQB vs VW ID.7 Touring comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (45900 £ vs 47100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQB or VW ID.7 Touring?

Mercedes EQB vs VW ID.7 Touring: Key differences

Mercedes EQB

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • slight cheaper
  • minimal lighter

VW ID.7 Touring

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • minimal more efficient
  • distinct more electric range
  • a bit quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • to a small extent more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

EQB

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes EQB has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 45900 £ , while the VW ID.7 Touring costs 47100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1192 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.7 Touring: with 14 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Mercedes EQB with 15.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.20 kWh.

As for electric range, the VW ID.7 Touring performs distinct better – achieving up to 689 km, about 154 km more than the Mercedes EQB.

ID.7 Touring

Engine and Performance:

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 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 a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Mercedes EQB takes 6.20 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW ID.7 Touring performs to a small extent better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes EQB 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 distinct stronger with 679 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 159 Nm difference.

EQB

Space and Everyday Use:

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 EQB is minimal lighter – 2105 kg compared to 2191 kg. The difference is around 86 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.7 Touring offers to a small extent more room – 605 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.7 Touring performs slight better – up to 1714 L, which is about 4 L more than the Mercedes EQB.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.7 Touring barely noticeable takes the win – 465 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.7 Touring sits 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.

Mercedes EQB
VW ID.7 Touring

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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ID.7 Touring

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 EQB

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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The Mercedes EQB is an electric compact SUV that dresses Mercedes' premium feel in practical clothing, with flexible seating and a serene, composed ride that turns everyday errands into a small luxury. It won't thrill the enthusiast, but for buyers who want a smart, spacious and well-made EV with tasteful tech and real-world usability, the EQB is a sensible, slightly buttoned-up choice that impresses without shouting.

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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 EQB
VW ID.7 Touring

Costs and Consumption

Price
45900 - 58900 £
Price
47100 - 54900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
468 - 535 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
2105 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
2191 - 2336 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
605 L
Length
4684 mm
Length
4961 mm
Width
1834 mm
Width
1862 mm
Height
1654 - 1689 mm
Height
1549 - 1551 mm
Max trunk capacity
1710 L
Max trunk capacity
1714 L
Payload
435 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
6.2 - 8.9 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
What drive types are available for the Mercedes EQB?

The Mercedes EQB is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.