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Mercedes GLC vs VW ID.7 Touring – Differences & prices compared

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Mercedes GLC or VW ID.7 Touring?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW ID.7 Touring has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 47100 £, while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £. That’s a price difference of around 3266 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.7 Touring: with 14 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Mercedes GLC with 14.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.90 kWh.

As for range, the Mercedes GLC performs slight better – achieving up to 714 km, about 25 km more than the VW ID.7 Touring.

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Engine and Performance:

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 GLC has a convincingly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the VW ID.7 Touring takes 5.50 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs evident better – reaching 275 km/h, while the VW ID.7 Touring tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 95 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 341 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLC is somewhat lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2191 kg. The difference is around 281 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers slight more room – 620 L compared to 605 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs minimal better – up to 1740 L, which is about 26 L more than the VW ID.7 Touring.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC clearly perceptible takes the win – 600 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes GLC shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Mercedes GLC

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 12 - 714 km
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The Mercedes GLC blends plush cabin comfort and composed road manners into an SUV that feels more grown-up than it looks. It won’t shout for attention, but will quietly please buyers who want refinement, usable space and a touch of luxury without the drama.

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VW ID.7 Touring

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
50300 - 126600 £
Price
47100 - 54900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Electric Range
584 - 689 km
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 225 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
Curb weight
2191 - 2336 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
605 L
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
Length
4961 mm
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
Width
1862 mm
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
Height
1549 - 1551 mm
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
Max trunk capacity
1714 L
Payload
475 - 600 kg
Payload
459 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLC?

The Mercedes GLC is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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