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Mercedes-Benz EQS (2021-2025) vs VW ID.7
Selected trim450+ · 2021-25Change trim453 mi · 115 kWh · £99,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Mercedes-Benz EQS leads on motorway range, while the VW ID.7 leads on charging speed, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Mercedes-Benz EQS (2021-2025) if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
Choose the VW ID.7 if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The VW ID.7 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Mercedes-Benz
6.3
VW
6.5
Too close to call
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
7.6
VW
5.8
Family
Mercedes-Benz
8.1
VW
8.4
Too close to call
ChargingVW
Mercedes-Benz
3.5
VW
4.1
Cost Per MileVW
Mercedes-Benz
4.4
VW
7.1
City DrivingVW
Mercedes-Benz
2.2
VW
3.2
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Mercedes-Benz EQS
450+
- 73 miles more WLTP range
- 78 litres more boot space
- 35 kW more power
- 1.6 m tighter turning circle
- 2 more years of battery warranty
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | VW ID.7Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £99,995 | £51,035 (better) |
| Official range | 453 miles (better) | 380 miles |
| Boot space | 610 L (better) | 532 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 31 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 6.6 sec |
Size Comparison
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Mercedes-Benz EQS
VW ID.7
Length
Mercedes-Benz EQS5,216mm
VW ID.74,961mm-255mm
Width
Mercedes-Benz EQS1,926mm
VW ID.71,862mm-64mm
Height
Mercedes-Benz EQS1,512mm-24mm
VW ID.71,536mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | VW ID.7Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,216 mm | 4,961 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,926 mm | 1,862 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,135 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,512 mm | 1,536 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 12.5 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 474 mm spare | 538 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | VW ID.7Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 610 L (better) | 532 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1770 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Mercedes-Benz EQS
- 3rd-largest boot among saloon EVs in our catalogue at 610 L.
- 453 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of saloon EVs we track.
- At 5,216 mm, longer than 90% of saloon EVs we track.
VW ID.7
- Boot space of 532 L is bigger than 85% of saloon EVs we track.
- Uses 142 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 90% of saloon EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ |  VW ID.7 Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.22m | 4.96m-255mm |
| Width | 1.93m | 1.86m-64mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.13m | Not available |
| Height | 1.51m | 1.54m+24mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.21m | 2.97m-239mm |
| Ground Clearance | 143mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 610L (better) | 532L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1770L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 12.5m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,480kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 115kWh (better) | 77kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 453 mi (better) | 380 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 200kW | 200kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £99,995 | £51,035 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | Saloon |
| Available | 2021–2025 | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | VW ID.7Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 453 miles (better) | 380 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 378 miles (better) | 281 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 31 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 200 kW | 200 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 142 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 107.8 kWh (better) | 77 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Standard (better) |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | VW ID.7Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 6.6 sec |
| Power | 245 kW (better) | 210 kW |
| Torque | 568 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Mercedes-Benz EQS
450+
VW ID.7
Pro Match Plus
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | VW ID.7Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £40,645 | £31,299 |
| Average used price | £42,800 | £33,895 |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant91%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist80%
Euro NCAP - VW ID.7 Pro Match Plus
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant95%
Child Occupant88%
Vulnerable Road Users83%
Safety Assist80%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQS450+ | VW ID.7Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 10 years (better) | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 250,000 km (better) | 160,934 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Mercedes-Benz EQS
450+
Owners love
- Owners report 400 to 450 miles in mild weather and a range estimate they can trust.
- The powertrain is almost silent, even at motorway speeds.
- Rear-wheel steering gives it a turning circle far tighter than its size suggests.
Watch out for
- The menus are deep and confusing, and face recognition and voice control often fail.
- Cabin quality disappoints at the price: air vents, door cards and the dashboard feel flimsy.
- 200 kW peak charging is slower than rivals; 10-80% takes about 31 minutes.
Owner tips
- Ask for a battery health report before buying, and how the car was charged.
- Check what the battery warranty covers for that car: owners say Mercedes changed its terms in 2024.
VW ID.7
Pro Match Plus
Owners love
- Owners praise the comfort and quiet: a smooth ride (especially with DCC adaptive suspension) and a spacious, well-finished cabin with lots of rear legroom.
- Efficiency is excellent for the size: around 3.6-4.6 miles per kWh and 330-400 miles in mixed driving.
- The infotainment is much improved over earlier ID. models, with few complaints.
Watch out for
- Range drops sharply above 70 mph and in winter (about 190 miles at 75 mph in one test).
- The VW app is weak: limited journey data and awkward with more than one driver.
- UK cars lack some features offered elsewhere, such as remote parking and kick-to-open boot.
Owner tips
- Plan on 330-350 miles in real use, less on fast motorway runs and in winter.
- Smaller wheels (19 or 20 inch rather than 21) noticeably help range.
Buying options
Get a quote
Mercedes-Benz EQS
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
VW ID.7
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Mercedes-Benz EQS
- £40,9902022Cars2View
VW ID.7
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQS worth the extra £48,960 over the VW ID.7?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS costs £48,960 more than the VW ID.7. For that premium it adds 73 miles more WLTP range, 78 litres more boot space and 35 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.7 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Mercedes-Benz EQS or the VW ID.7?
The VW ID.7 is £48,960 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the VW ID.7 comes out roughly £49,080 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Mercedes-Benz EQS and VW ID.7 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 378 miles for the Mercedes-Benz EQS and 281 miles for the VW ID.7 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mercedes-Benz EQS goes roughly 97 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Mercedes-Benz EQS or the VW ID.7?
The VW ID.7 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 64 mm narrower than the Mercedes-Benz EQS. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 538 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.7 and about 474 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz EQS. The Mercedes-Benz EQS also turns in a 1.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Mercedes-Benz EQS or the VW ID.7?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Mercedes-Benz EQS and 84% for the VW ID.7. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. The Mercedes-Benz EQS has the longer battery warranty at 10 years, versus 8 for the VW ID.7.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .