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Mercedes EQS vs VW ID.7 comparison

Compare performance (544 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (93,900 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS or VW ID.7?

Mercedes EQS vs VW ID.7: Key differences

Mercedes EQS

  • markedly more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space

VW ID.7

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • slightly lighter

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID.7 is clearly cheaper – starting at 46,400 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 93,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,525 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.7 is markedly more efficient: consuming 13.6 kWh/100km compared to 16.5 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers a bit more range – reaching up to 816 km, about 108 km more than the VW ID.7.

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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 Mercedes EQS offers markedly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the VW ID.7 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes EQS is slightly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the VW ID.7 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS delivers clearly more torque with 858 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 179 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.7 is slightly lighter – 2,180 kg compared to 2,545 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers slightly more boot space – 610 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQS offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,770 L, about 184 L more than the VW ID.7.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries somewhat more – 565 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS 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.

from £93,900
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Mercedes EQS

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 360 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.5 - 17.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 790 - 816 km
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Mercedes EQS

The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.

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VW ID.7

VW ID.7 arrives as Volkswagen's electric grand tourer, pairing a low-slung, aerodynamic silhouette with a calm, understated interior that prioritizes comfort and space. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a relaxed, high-tech cruiser that covers motorway miles with poise rather than bravado.

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Mattis Everaert
6 Feb 2026, 07:59:02

Range is completely wrong compared to what’s shown. In reality you can only rely on about 60% of the distance. The boot only opens for whoever has the key? That’s a massive headache for my work.

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Boater Clareshin
2 Nov 2025, 12:59:15

It is a super comfortable car with a charging from 10-80% in less than 20 minutes. This car is also a very economic car as it is fully electric.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
93,900 - 123,500 £
Price
46,400 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
790 - 816 km
Electric Range
594 - 708 km
Battery Capacity
118 kWh
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,545 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
2,180 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
610 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
5,223 mm
Length
4,961 mm
Width
1,926 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
1,512 mm
Height
1,535 - 1,536 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
Max trunk capacity
1,586 L
Payload
550 - 565 kg
Payload
460 - 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 544 HP
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
568 - 858 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
265 - 400 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Mercedes EQS?

The Mercedes EQS is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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