Compare performance (354 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (50,600 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or VW ID.7?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW ID.7 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 46,400 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 50,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,237 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.7 is moderately more efficient: consuming 13.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Mercedes GLB. That’s a difference of about 2.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the VW ID.7 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 708 km, about 77 km more than the Mercedes GLB.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLB offers very slightly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.7 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.7 delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 164 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, VW ID.7 is barely lighter – 2,180 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers very slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 8 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLB carries marginally more – 500 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
The VW ID.7 leads convincingly 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 GLB is a practical compact SUV that mixes boxy, family-friendly space with premium German polish, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want usefulness without pretension. It drives with a confident, composed feel and somehow manages to look both rugged and refined — the grown-up SUV that still likes to have fun.
detailsVW 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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Price
50,600 - 62,400 £
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Price
46,400 - 54,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
614 - 631 km
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Electric Range
594 - 708 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
Hatchback
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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
2,200 - 2,280 kg
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Curb weight
2,180 - 2,325 kg
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Trunk capacity
540 L
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Trunk capacity
532 L
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Length
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Length
4,961 mm
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Width
1,861 mm
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Width
1,862 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,535 - 1,536 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,586 L
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Payload
500 kg
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Payload
460 - 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
272 - 354 HP
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Power HP
286 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 7.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
335 - 515 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
200 - 260 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
2,026
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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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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