Video Summary
- The Mercedes EQE starts at £68,810, while the Volkswagen ID.7 starts at £51,550, a price difference of over £17,000.- The Mercedes EQE’s battery size depends on the motor.
- The Mercedes EQE can have either an 89kWh or a 91 kWh battery, depending on the model. Its range is up to 380 miles.
- Volkswagen ID.7 has a smaller 77 kWh battery, but has a range of 384 miles. Volkswagen will be releasing a long range version later this year with an anticipated 430-mile range.
- The Volkswagen ID.7 charges (DC, 10% to 80%) faster, under 30 minutes (175kW), compared to the Mercedes EQE, 30-31 minutes (170kW).
- Both cars have charging station membership options that can provide discounts.
- Dimensions of both cars are very similar, though the Volkswagen ID.7 has a chunkier front end and looks slightly higher.
- Neither car has a frunk.
- Volkswagen ID.7 has a larger boot than the Mercedes.
- With the rear seats standing, the Mercedes EQE has 430L of boot space, which can be expanded to 895L, whereas the Volkswagen ID.7 has 532L of boot space expanding to 1586L with the rear seats folded.
- As for interior design, both cars are made of similar material quality, though the multimedia system in the ID.7 is more customizable than the EQE.
Volkswagen Pros:
- Larger Boot
- Over £17k cheaper
- More Range
- New Multimedia System
- Hold Mode
Volkswagen Cons:
- Touch A/C and Steering Wheel
- Smaller Instrument Cluster
Mercedes Pros:
- Integrated Multimedia System
- More Electric Motor Options
- Lighter Upholstery Available
- Heat Pump Standard
Mercedes Cons:
- Expensive in Comparison
- Touch A/C and Steering Wheel
- Boot Opening
