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Mercedes G-Class vs VW Touareg comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or VW Touareg?

Mercedes G-Class vs VW Touareg: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • noticeably more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Touareg is clearly cheaper – starting at 64,300 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,283 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Touareg uses 5.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes G-Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G-Class offers considerably more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 430 km more than the VW Touareg.

Touareg

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 Mercedes G-Class offers noticeably more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 462 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G-Class is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the VW Touareg takes 5.1 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers markedly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 464 Nm more.

G-Class

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 Touareg is visibly lighter – 2,059 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 426 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers clearly more boot space – 810 L compared to 640 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries only slightly more – 751 kg compared to 715 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G-Class is clearly superior overall 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 £106,600
G-Class

Mercedes G-Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 387 - 605 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 28 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 km
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The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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VW Touareg

Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Reviews VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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Kevin
20 Apr 2026, 13:09:09

Brilliant car. Had 3 since 2005. Can't fault them. Would have purchased another, but after visiting local dealership, vehicle was being used by Sales Manager and it was in a d disgraceful condition. So purchased BME X6

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Roberto
4 Dec 2025, 21:53:53

Impeccable road-holding, especially if you choose optional extras like air suspension, active anti-roll bars and rear-wheel steering. Fast, quiet and comfortable.

Chris
23 Sept 2025, 10:05:45

I've been driving a Touareg 3.0 TDI with 286 PS, model year 2019, for 5 years.
So far no problems. Zero repairs.
Air suspension is top.
Driving feel is great.
Fuel consumption is also excellent for a vehicle of this weight (7.5 liters on average).
In my opinion the car is highly recommendable. That's why 5 stars!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
119 - 239 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
2,059 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,984 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
550 - 751 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes G-Class have?

The Mercedes G-Class is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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