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Mercedes-Benz E 250d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz E 250d
A diesel Mercedes-Benz with strong efficiency and a very usable 540 L trunk, the E 250d suits growing families and long-distance drivers. It prioritizes economy and practicality over city convenience or performance thrills.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety5 L/100km
Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI
Car B
Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI
The Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI balances long‑distance capability with generous space and diesel efficiency, suiting road trips and growing families. It’s less compelling for tight city commutes or performance‑focused driving.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety204 hp
Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 74 / 74
City 36 / 32
Budget / value 56 / 37
Road trip 65 / 79
Performance 27 / 28
Cargo 38 / 53
Practical 57 / 49
Premium 57 / 37
Winter 40 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz E 250d · Orange = Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz E 250d Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

  • Efficient for its class at 5 L/100 km, ideal for long commutes and road trips
  • 540 L trunk and five seats accommodate family gear and passengers
  • 400 Nm torque and 6.6 s 0–100 km/h enable confident overtakes
  • Good value in its segment considering space, efficiency, and pace at this price

Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI

  • 810-liter trunk handles road‑trip loads and bulky cargo
  • 7.2 l/100 km combined makes it efficient for its class on long journeys
  • 204 hp and 450 Nm provide relaxed highway overtakes
  • Five seats suit growing families

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz E 250d if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz E 250d uses 5.0 L/100km vs 7.2 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI if…
More power
Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI puts out 204 hp vs 194 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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