Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes GLB has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40500 £, while the VW ID.7 Touring costs 47100 £. That’s a price difference of around 6552 £.
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 has a minimal edge – offering 340 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 5.50 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLB performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID.7 Touring tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.7 Touring pulls clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 279 Nm difference.
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 GLB is evident lighter – 1640 kg compared to 2191 kg. The difference is around 551 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID.7 Touring offers slight more room – 605 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs barely noticeable better – up to 1805 L, which is about 91 L more than the VW ID.7 Touring.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLB slight takes the win – 500 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
The VW ID.7 Touring proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.7 Touring is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40500 - 65300 £
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Price
47100 - 54900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16.6 kWh
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Electric Range
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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
146 - 204 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
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Curb weight
2191 - 2336 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
605 L
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Length
4634 - 4650 mm
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Length
4961 mm
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Width
1834 - 1850 mm
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Width
1862 mm
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Height
1665 - 1692 mm
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Height
1549 - 1551 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
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Max trunk capacity
1714 L
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Payload
500 kg
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Payload
459 - 465 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Power HP
286 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.7 s
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Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Torque
545 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Power kW
210 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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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
E, F, G
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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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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.