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Mercedes GLE vs VW ID.7 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (78,900 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or VW ID.7?

Mercedes GLE vs VW ID.7: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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VW ID.7

4.2 (7 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • barely lighter
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID.7 is substantially cheaper – starting at 46,400 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,537 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID.7 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 708 km, about 604 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

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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 GLE offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the VW ID.7 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers marginally more torque with 750 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 71 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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 2,390 kg. The difference is around 210 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers a bit more boot space – 655 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 123 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries noticeably more – 770 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 305 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.7 is far ahead 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 £46,400
ID.7

VW ID.7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 594 - 708 km
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The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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Reviews Mercedes GLE

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Andreas
7 Jun 2026, 08:43:32

Mercedes is completely superior to Volvo, which feels plasticky and noisy with poor fit and finish, a poor tactile feel in the controls and a lack of buttons.

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Victor
10 Apr 2026, 07:46:13

I just love Benz cars

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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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4.2 (7 Reviews)
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Jussi
13 Jul 2026, 16:59:22

The Smart attracts with its power and charging. I ended up choosing the ID7, though. The decision was influenced by it being European and by my three years' experience with the ID4. The ID4 has been an excellent vehicle.

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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
78,900 - 115,800 £
Price
46,400 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Electric Range
594 - 708 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
co2
72 - 241 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Curb weight
2,180 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
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Length
4,961 mm
Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
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Height
1,535 - 1,536 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,586 L
Payload
495 - 770 kg
Payload
460 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLE?

The Mercedes GLE is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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