Mercedes EQE vs Volkswagen iD7 | ULTIMATE Comparison!

[@npoleary]

My LONGEST Comparison video to date! Questions? Message me below 👇🏼

[@debbaker9178]

Another informative video! Keep the info coming. Will you please review the new VB bus when it is available. Not here in the US yet. I likely would not trade in my MB but I sure like the looks of it.

[@npoleary]

@debbaker9178 thank you! I’ve not heard of the VB bus before, what is that?

[@bassyboo]

@@npoleary the ID BUZZ

[@npoleary]

I would love to get my hands on one!

[@pekiimatvrdi]

One big thing about vws in europe is not base model but top end cars,trim level increases the price where it makes passat 2.0tdi more expensive than an e 300 with full trim so merc it is for me

[@davidmurphy8800]

Nick,traded in my id4 first edition max for new id7 in January, long waiting time for id7 4 + months. Looking forward to delivery your review has increased my anticipation 10 fold. Great review and very informative thanks.

[@npoleary]

Ah amazing thank you! 🙏 Yeah honestly, it’s a great car! I’m sure you’ll love it! Only thing I haven’t been able to test is the WeCharge public charging that VW offer. I would imagine they’ll help set it up for you on collection and the concept sounds good 👍🏼 You’ll have to let me know how you get on with it! I really enjoyed it when I had it for a week!

[@volcano444]

Thanks for a nice comparison Nick, I've been in the same situation myself, having to choose between EQE and ID.7, the choice went to ID.7 as I thought it was a bit nicer and I'm not a big fan of frameless doors in the EQE, Tesla etc. the reason for the small cluster screen in the ID.7 is it has a head-up display as standard. in addition, in my country the ID.7 also has a heat pump as standard :-)

[@npoleary]

Ah amazing! That’s good! Glad you enjoyed the video! 👍🏼

[@WatchDSSID]

That was a brilliant comparison - and your video and production standards are EXCEPTIONAL!!! - probably THE best for automotive videos - Thanks - Peter

[@npoleary]

Awh thank you Peter! I’m just getting started! I’ve got loads of videos lined up and scheduled in to film! 👊🏼👊🏼

[@solarpowersystems-be]

I have an EQE350 for 2 years now (60.000KM). Best car I ever had!!!

[@npoleary]

Awesome! 😎 Making use of off peak charging?

[@mikadavies660]

Having owned a number of Mercs in the past, I personally hate the plastic interiors of the new EQ range. The iD7 Tourer is my choice all day long. Plus in the flesh the iD7 Tourer looks stunning....

[@npoleary]

Yes I would love to check out the tourer version! That was announced shortly after I made this video! 😅

[@curt228Norman]

WE REALLY APPRECIATE your dedication to excellence and end product craftsmanships!! We understand how frustrating it is to position cameras exactly where you need them on rainy, hot or very cold days,, clean out cars,deal with lighting, pedestrians, and management at dealerships. You relieve a lot of my frustrations, for example, resetting the tire pressure “gauge”. Although, when I refill my tire with air on my Chevrolet, the indicator resets itself. CHEERS! 🍻 You are a rockstar 🎸

[@npoleary]

Aww thank you! Comments like this make my day! Yeah I would love to do a behind the scenes video one day! Hopefully this year!

[@MartinSlouka-rb9uz]

Both cars are superb in a term of EV's. I'm Mercedes guy, so that it's clear for me. Many thanks for excellent video.

[@npoleary]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@c.brinker4387]

Very good comparison 👍🏼amazing that both cars are so nearby considering the price😮 Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪

[@npoleary]

Thanks for watching! 🙏🙏

[@chrisbyrne4787]

Another good and very useful video as a Merc owner I would certainly consider the VW if only for the saving, but there is a lot more to that car.

[@npoleary]

And too much to squeeze in this video! 😅 It was long enough as it was! 😂 I have loads of other videos though on Mercedes tech 👍🏼

[@colinbrydon7659]

Great comparison. Have had my eqe350 amg line prem plus for a few months. Honestly the car is nothing short of phenomenal. Tech and luxury is a great balance. Driving aids like the 4 wheel steering and the air suspension are fantastic. Price not so good but definitely would recommend. My only gripes is it’s so overwhelming when you first get and this was my first EV, however easy transition to electric with charging etc. the other gripe is I should have went for the amg 53 for additional £15k. But the car looks the same, just no where near as fast. VW do produce great cars but the additional cost you will see on a near base spec eqe as shown in this video. But I am sure the VW will still be an impressive car. What I like is you do not see eqe’s or Eqs’s very much on the road. I’ve seen a half dozen on the road. This will be due to price. But in the uk EV depreciation within 12 months is between 30-40% so deals to be had.

[@npoleary]

Thanks for sharing! Glad you enjoyed the video! 🤓🙏

[@laurentmarandet4850]

Yes, I have seen incredible deals in Belgium on second hand EQ350+ with 5 years warranty and 10 years for the bbattery while the warranty is only 2 years in France. The hard times for manufacturers and retailers are great for the wyse customer who is not afraid to buy a used car.

[@martinnowak2958]

Hey. Great video, thanks! Really enjoying watching these comparison ones. What would have been even more helpful is if you had included some metrics and added it on the screen, e.g. Entertainment system, Boot size, Battery Time To Charge, etc. and put like a 1 to 5 star system on the screen 👍

[@npoleary]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it! As I review other brands more and more I’ll look to do this in future for sure!

[@Gobblin01]

The VW ID7 has heads up display as standard. The blue piping on the seats you had are the fully ventilated option seats. The normal seats are not ventilated but have a massage function as standard.

[@beinjar5634]

Mercedes interior is a masterpiece, best and unbeatable interior in today’s cars

[@melvinthemechanic]

😂😂😂😂😂 Best joke ive seen in the comments section so far

[@npoleary]

@melvinthemechanic if you don’t agree what’s your favourite interior? Just curious! Is it still a German manufacturer? 🤓

[@rolandsv8]

YEA - just a pity that they made a blob of soap not a car from the outside. And i would not call MB interior "unbeatable- Audi and Bmw are also very nice

[@AI-qd4vb]

@@melvinthemechanic Im sure you have such a grounded opinion on Merc's interiors... Its far from a masterpiece but they are quite easily in the top of premium manufacturers. Its not just materials that matters but overall insulation, ergonomy, seating position... Even stuff like the standard AC efficacy is important and Merc has always placed so much attention onto little things like this. Coupled to their chassis tunning and ride quality, theres very few places that can offer a smoother and more pleasant sensation than a Merc interior. Japs in contrast always place so much attention to gaps and stitches and ornaments yet constantly fail at making the suspension deal with the cars weight, or at dampening road noises, etc...

[@wernerbachmann6915]

Hi Nick, enjoyed watching your video, thanks. A big plus for the VW instrument cluster is that you have a head up display as a standard, you don’t need to shift your view to the quite small display, there’s everything on the windscreen right in the drivers view. Guess, one need to order it as an extra with Mercedes but still you would have that clunky display in you view. Cheers

[@npoleary]

Thank you! Yes I know I stupidly assumed it was optional equipment so didn’t mention it and only found out afterward so that mistake is on me. But yeah standard head up display is awesome! Why can’t all car manufacturers do that? 😅

[@lizzietheoldbiddy262]

I can only dream but still find your reviews so enjoyable. One aspect, perhaps, might have been to compare the specifications of them both as driven. SOMETHING has to justify the£17K difference in price - apart from the 3-pointed star.

[@npoleary]

Yeah me too! I’d love to own one of these! The ride quality is almost the same though, even when driving them back to back

[@jenny80myles]

Was this filmed before VW debuts the ID. 7 GTX? I would consider the AWD ID. 7 over the EQE personally. We would all like more standard features but the optional heat pump on the ID. 7 is not a deal breaker for me. In a way, I prefer it. Let me explain. Heat pump may improve winter efficiency to some degree but the ID. 7 is already more efficient than the EQE. The few miles that I can get from the heat pump is not going to make much of a difference when the range is already more than what I need. So, I can choose not to pay for something I don't need. Let's face it, you are paying for it even if it's a standard feature. It's just built-in to the price. Great job, Nick. Looking forward to your next video. :)

[@npoleary]

Awesome! Thanks for watching and yeah a fair point! Yes I know I was gutted when I saw that announcement, but hey…tech and cars move so fast these days. My main goal going forward for videos like this is to get them out faster so it should eliminate that. Glad you enjoy the videos!

[@harryholman7016]

Excellent video l have had a test drive in the v w and found it great against my present Q4 Thank you H

[@npoleary]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video! 🤓

[@MikeRomo]

thanks for the video--great to see what we're missing/looking forward to in the US...

[@npoleary]

Thanks for watching! Hopefully they’ll come to the USA in the future!

[@tommyroche9142]

Great video. I'd definitely choose the VW. Wins on price, range and looks. Sure, you can get an EQE with upgraded motors, sportier looks, etc, but this would just make the price difference even greater, and substantially so.

[@npoleary]

Thank you! One of the reasons I wanted to check it out as it was so much less in cost!

[@iro3832]

great video, seriously considering the ID7 when EV6 lease is up for renewal, but most likely the estate version. Also, nice to see content from my local area 😀

[@npoleary]

Ah awesome! Well spotted! 😜 Ah that’s a good choice, very practical! Well I regularly post content on Mercedes, VW, BMW again soon, Volvo and Tesla currently. New videos every week and I try to respond to everyone where I can 🤓🙏

[@sunnyd6291]

Rear heated seat should standard keep the kids warm too,also roller blind on sunroofs is much better than solar bay type sunroofs which doesn't block out the sun fully,eqe instrument cluster was amazing when you put your foot down rev meter went flying so much fun when you actually see something happening rather than a dull little screen

[@npoleary]

There was a little bar on the iD7 but yeah classic dials on the EQE. It’s just interesting how each manufacturer is slightly different 🤓 Thanks for watching! 🙏🙏

[@davethefab6339]

Nice review 👍👍👍

[@npoleary]

Thank you! 🙏

[@petetynan5783]

Nice video Volkswagen has done an awesome job designing this car. When is the Rvivian software going to be integrated into Volkswagens entire line up? Thank you so much Pete TYnan

[@npoleary]

Thank you! Yeah it’s really good! Yeah I saw that! I would imagine it’s years to come though. Car production takes a long time to go through with changes etc but exciting though! rivian.com/en-GB/newsroom/article/rivian-and-volkswagen-group-announce-plans-for-joint-venture

[@simondehaas8784]

Nice review. For what it's worth, once used to them I think the touch haptic buttons work very well (I drive an ID.3) - but I know they divide opinion. I think VW will be pleased you are comparing the ID7 to a more expensive competitor rather than to the (much smaller) Tesla Model 3 as seems so common. I hope the big boot ID7 and the Tourer option can provide a very practical alternative to SUV bodystyles, which so far has been lacking in the EV market.

[@npoleary]

Thank you! 🙏 Glad you enjoyed it!

[@t1328]

Good video. Showed up on my feed because I was curious yesterday about the EQE. I like the overall comparison. Here in the U.S., we don’t yet have the ID.7, and it’s possible VW will back out of brining it here, which is unfortunate. Btw, a heat pump these days is table stakes. It’s a must have. VW should not make that an added option.

[@npoleary]

Thank you! Glad you found it interesting! Oh agreed I think every EV should have one as standard!

[@stevieC-x1l]

Really interesting review, thanks Nick. I'm running a Mercedes A250e saloon at the moment - it's been a huge disappointment and put me off the brand, mainly due to its poor drive and build quality. Just ordered an ID7 to replace it so it's been great to see your review. I couldn't stretch to the EQE but wouldn't want the merc anyway based on previous experience. Chose the ID7 over BMW I4, Polestar 2, Tesla Model 3 and Audi Q4 E-tron. Space was the big driver, but the VW was at least as refined as any of them and loaded with kit - even if it is a wee bit bland to look at!

[@npoleary]

Thank you! Mercedes (like most brands) offer quite a few models…A-Class is their entry level one which is Premium but will not carry the luxury that for example a C-Class offers. But if you venture up their range it gets even better. It depends what you’re after in terms of quality on the inside. One of my main reasons for covering other brands is to give my viewers a choice, Mercedes have lovely cars but with EV’s coming, some may prefer to switch to an EV but can’t quite stretch to the price like on an EQE (I fall into this category 😅). So covering multiple makes and models allows people to enjoy my videos even if they move brands. Keep an eye out though I have some Volkswagen Tips and Tricks planned in the coming months! 😎

[@mrsteve7175]

@@npoleary I agree. I've owned a previous C class and now have an E class and they are both high quality cars. I am always reminded of this when I take my car in for service and get an A class as a courtesy car. You really know that this is the entry level car. Having said that, even the C and E class are built to a budget and you do see this in some of the interior build quality. However I always feel that with Merc. the real money is spent on the bits you can't see. My previous C class did 180K utterly reliable miles and my current E class has done nearly 80K miles without a hitch. The anti-rust warranty on a Merc is 30 years. On a BMW, Audi or VW it's only 12.

[@colinnicol9447]

On a different subject I have the same car as you and I am always coming across average speed cameras and reduced road working stretches which are picked up by the live nav downloads. I up to now have to fire up the limiter and set the speed. I just found out if I press the resume button twice quickly it sets the speed at the road works speed automatically. You learn something new every week on this car.

[@npoleary]

Oh yeah the limiter resume is so useful 🤓

[@ottob4489]

Thanks for the video. In the ID you mention several things as new. I am driving a Passat GTE )(7 years old) and it has many of the features as well. I wouls also mention the head up display on the ID7 as it increases the instrument seen in direct forward direction. But the video are very good presentation of both the cars. Thanks (PS I will know more as I get my ID7 in october A ID7 Tourer with the bigger battery)

[@npoleary]

Thank you for watching! I know annoyingly I assumed the head up display was optional equipment, I was very wrong! It was standard. Keep kicking myself for that! Ooo very nice! 👌🏼 Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@paulmcgettigan6654]

There was no mention of many of the benefits of the eqe interior such as ambient lighting, sound system, engine noises, better navigation system, or anything? Felt like he was already choosing the ID7 before the video was shot. And no, I'm not a merc enthusiast I drive an audi etron

[@npoleary]

Sadly I can’t go through every aspect although I excluded the detailed navigation part because it’s more than I can cover in one video. I do hope do it one day, but “living with an ev” and the various multimedia systems would be difficult to contain into a couple of minutes. Route planning, remaining battery, charge point compatibility etc, I do want to cover it one day though 👍🏼

[@gannetripple]

Engine noises? No thanks!

[@DrNoSeanC]

I have been driving EQE 300 since March 2023, my first Mercedes-Benz, and it’s the best car l have ever had. I love the rounded slick wind tunnel design on the exterior and the amazing interior design. I don’t care that much about acceleration so it’s the comfortable driving experience l enjoy and every time l enter the car l feel hugged. I don’t see any reason to change it for another model or brand and will probably keep it for the next 15 years…. BTW I visited the factory in Bremen where my car was born and it was such a wild experience l can recommend. Do you have any information on the idea behind the 300 - vs the 350 other then just price and acceleration?

[@npoleary]

Thanks for sharing! Ah very nice! I would LOVE to visit a factory where they’re made. I believe it is just price and acceleration 🤓

[@rezaziaei5017]

Hi, I have EQE 300 since April 2023, the only problem with it is floaty driving over 130 Km/h . I supposed it is because of wheel alignment or balance and after one month ( I bought new car) took it to Mercedes Benz work shop and they said everything is look like good. Another problem is driving on ice road. Because it is not 4 matic and just back differential is unstable on icy road. In sweden we 10 months winter 😂. Not stable over winter and floaty driving over 130 km/h.

[@npoleary]

Sadly not tried it on ice but I’d imagine with summer types and rear wheel drive, that’s not the best combo, Wonder if they’ll bring out a 4MATIC version in the future? (Non AMG)

[@surik2190]

Thank you for this video. You made quite some great points! I loved the seats and integrated display on the EQE but couldn’t justify the financials for it. I also needed some extra room for my sports equipment so decided to go with ID 7 tourer. I hope the car brings me joy to explore countryside

[@npoleary]

Awh thank you! Glad you enjoyed it! Do you know when you get a delivery date?

[@surik2190]

@@npoleary 3rd week of September

[@npoleary]

Noice! And a new numberplate too? 74 plate I guess? (If you’re based in the UK, hard to tell on KZbin haha 😅)

[@surik2190]

@@npoleary I am based in Belgium and yes a new numberplate too

[@dwillems007]

Nice Comparison! Again! At the time I bought my EQE the ID7 was not available yet (took volkswagen quite some time to get production going). And yes, ID7 was on the shortlist. So I fully understand the comparison. However if the bootspace is not that important I tent to think the Mercedes offers a slightly quieter ride and offers ever so slighty more inituitive controls. Also I hear people say the EQ intelligence (route / charge stop) optimization is slightly better. What’s you experience on that last item?

[@npoleary]

Thank you! 🙏 Well I was conscious the video was going to be long so couldn’t test that out fully so briefly skimmed over it in this one. I have used Mercedes me Charge extensively before but not WeCharge by VW so can’t compare just yet. But I bet that will bring another comparison video! 👀

[@PhilHare-er8nr]

GBP17,000 worth of slightly more intuitive controls?

[@dwillems007]

@@PhilHare-er8nr You are right. But then again, The rational comparisons don’t seem to matter that much for the premium brands. It’s often a lifestyle choice. However this being my lease car you will be surprised that it can be almost the same leaseprice, since the residual value after 3-5 years is determining its lease rate, hence the difference between the ID7 and the EQE is much smaller. But I agree with you, If the ID 7 was available at the time, I might have chosen for the ID7😉

[@curt228Norman]

Volkswagens miniature display is a dealbreaker for me!!!!! Also the seats in the firm are definitely negative. Mercedes integrated display and highly effective software, or huge benefits I felt you were a little soft and apostle criticism of Volkswagens. I understand you have to have a working relationship with them, but it slightly hurts your credibility. As a fairly new EQE SUV owner there is so much to learn that I continually go back to your videos! Thank you so much! Not only are they highly informative, but the production quality is magnificent compared to anyone else! You have a bright future ahead of you!

[@npoleary]

Hey curt228Norman! Thanks for watching! And thank you for your kind comments 😊 So I actually found out after I made the video Volkswagen (in the UK) have an augmented head up display as standard which I’m kicking myself for missing. I naturally assumed it was an option, so this is in addition to the small screen, some people may prefer that. To get the head up display in a Mercedes is thousands more. And the reasons for the soft criticism is because genuinely it’s a great car! In comparison with what you get for the money when compared to the EQE it’s crazy! For the seats, when I say firmer I mean it’s a fraction of a difference. If you jumped into the Volkswagen, you’d probably comment that the seats are soft and supportive. I only commented on that because I got in them back to back. And even then it’s barely noticeable. But glad you enjoyed the videos! It was very tricky to get those two next to each other. Had to pay for parking for both 😅

[@northmonteducationfoundation]

Nick, I asked previously about the VB Bus. I meant to type the VW id Buzz. Wish I could blame auto correct.

[@npoleary]

Ah cool! Yeah I would love to check that out! 🙏

[@victorbarbosa1310]

Great review 👏🏼

[@npoleary]

Thank you! 🙏

[@SyedAli-wx6uy]

Thanks for a good comparison of both cars just because of money I have to get ID.7

[@npoleary]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it! 🙏

[@salah0097300]

Thank you for a great video, I’m a subscriber to your channel from a small Island called Bahrain. Just to let you know.

[@npoleary]

That’s Amazing! I had to go on Google to see, and I saw that there was the Tree of life over 400 years old there in the middle of the desert. That’s amazing! Well thank you for watching! I’ll keep the videos coming!

[@siebe_p7969]

Thanks for your video! First time watching you and I really enjoyed it. Keep up the great work!

[@npoleary]

Thank you! 🙏 😊

[@paulscallan1490]

Hi Nick can u please do a video on explaining heat pump benefits pros and cons . Enjoyed your video again this week the difference between Mercedes and VW everything works on a Mercedes like they say it should. Regards Paul

[@npoleary]

Yeah I’d love to! I know the concept of them and their benefits but I don’t entirely know how they work inside and out I’ll add it to the list though! 🙏

[@npoleary]

@mqp1772 oh really? I heard it does, where did you see or hear that? Genuinely curious as I don’t know much about them 👍🏼

[@PhilbyFavourites]

I was fortunate enough to have an EQE last month as a courtesy car whilst my AMG was in for a service. My abiding memory of the EQE was the absolute complexity of the left hand screen and the annoyance of the steering wheel buttons. I wasn’t fussed about range and I just felt I was driving a big car with two iPads on it and a very nice Head Up Display. Other than that it was stunningly boring. It might as well have been a Ford Granada (ask your Dad Nick) for its total lack of driving dynamics. Great review, but I’m not giving my hard earned for either model…

[@npoleary]

Ah well all manufacturers have buttons like that on the steering wheel now. They’re okay but I’d much rather have buttons. Haha I know a Ford Granada

[@laurentmarandet4850]

Do you live in Germany ? if it is elsewhere, how can you still enjoy a sport car ? too many speed traps everywhere definitely ruin your driving experience ! In France, even a MB e350cdi (diesel) is too powerful and too fast for the speed limits... I love V8 but, in order to keep my driver license and to avoid taxes, I'm going to buy a EQE and let it drive with the Distronic+.

[@curt228Norman]

Is there a diff in road noise in VW vs EQE? Is there a diff in road noise comparing your A Class vs EQE ?

[@npoleary]

Barely noticeable between the VW and EQE and even then that’s driving back to back. For my A-Class vs EQE oh yes huge difference, everything is quieter 🤓

[@Jaykav99]

Nick wanted to give you a thank you that has nothing to do with this video...one of your old videos prob years ago showed how the Mercedes windows sometimes wont go all the way up...well the other day i was installing a dashcam and when i was done i ended up getting the window issue, Not sure what triggered it for me but long story short I was crapping my pants at first like what did i just screw up in my expensive cars electrical, and then i remembered your video. 🙏🙏🙏 safe to say my window is working again lol

[@npoleary]

Ah awesome! Thank you! 🙏 Glad you got it going again! That was filmed in my local Mercedes dealer and I specifically do remember that one because it very sunny! ☀️ it was tricky to film some bits! Glad you enjoy the videos though!

[@MrMichaelLundberg]

You did not mention the ID.7 HUD and AR. I have seen it in other videos, and it seems very nice.

[@npoleary]

I looked into this but I could have sworn that it was optional equipment…but no you’re right it is standard! I usually try to avoid going through loads of options in cars as it varies round the world but that’s pretty cool! 👌🏼

[@Barry-l1x]

Thanks, thoughtful video, one thing never mentioned much is the availability of dealerships and after sales service. I have an ID5 I have 4 dealerships is easy reach. That’s the main reason for the VW over the Tesla I was considering.

[@npoleary]

Sadly that’s not something I could physically cover as I have viewers on my channel from all the way round the world. But even searching online just now very quickly that’s a tricky stat to get hold of. Both are very reputable brands so will have good coverage though.

[@grech1970ful]

Amg 63 what a animal, at night its a space shlp and 4wheel steer and 4 wheel drive and air suspension. as every optional extra, even a replacement air fresher cent bottle. Man you clearly get what you pay for.i agree the boot lid sucks it needs to open like a hatchback not saloon but its a super car and as savage speed,63 amg wheels are amazing so are brakes,get one 1 year old price lost 35% of its new value of £100.000 price its then becomes the bargain super car. Rare 63amg but best merc i have had.

[@andrewwilson3448]

Depreciation? Weight? Running Costs? Service Intervals? These would be useful to know for day to day ownership. Thanks

[@npoleary]

Depreciation isn’t something I would cover on a review of a car. It’s sadly not something that can be predicted either. However most new cars will often depreciate up to 30% to 40% within the first few years. EV’s typically more so because as battery technology gets better every year, and manufacturers strive for more range each time a new model comes out, it makes the previous one less favourable. On a positive note, shop for a used one and you can get yourself a bargain for an EV! I could include the kerb weights on reviews like this going forward if you’d like? Always open to suggestions! EQE: 2,385kg ID7: 2,172kg (Approx weights according to Google) Service intervals you’ll have to chat to a dealer as it’ll vary round the world so depends where you live 🤓🙏

[@alanmacaskill6121]

You didn’t mention brand. That’s a huge reason for people buying luxury cars. Mercedes has more cache. Great video as always, though!

[@npoleary]

Thanks for watching! 🙏🙏

[@krane15]

Nobody's cross shopping between a VW and a Mercedes. But the comparison does show you what you get for the money. Even if the VW was all gussied up to be like the Mercedes, it would still be cheaper. Thing is (as VW learned in the past), people that car shop at the Mercedes level don't really consider price difference. The primary reason why people buy luxury cars -- to have something above the rank and file.

[@chryschrysostomou5392]

Just out of curiosity, as far as dash board displays are concerned, doesnt the ID7 have a very comprehensive Head up display? As for the ride comfort, the ID7 can be specified with an adjustable suspension system, and it can be optioned with award winning seats for being the comfortable!

[@npoleary]

It does, rather annoyingly this was a mistake my end, I try not go through specs to much (so my video appeals to as wider audience as possible) but I didn’t release / I missed that it was standard equipment. Gutted once I posted the video! 😢

[@Trades46]

The Mercedes definitely wins in the interior department and screen space. The VW is definitely the value proposition here and the MEB has been refined from the first batch of ID.3 and ID.4 so it definitely wins in efficiency and range too, though the EQE is also quite long legged but you can tell the EVA platform is still a gen 1 design. In base configuration the ID.7 is a better buy than the EQE 300. However once you step up to the ID.7 GTX vs. the EQE 500 4matic the performance shifts to the Mercedes, and VW has no answer to the blisteringly quick (and expensive) EQE 53 AMG.

[@npoleary]

Good insight! Yes I’ve driven the EQE 53, I can only describe it as a weapon for acceleration 😅 But the VW is the one I’d like to own out of the two for the boot (I have a dog 🐶 at home)

[@johnminshall242]

Merc customer will stick with the EQE, but against ID7 it just makes no financial sense! VW for me… and that’s before the LR/86 version and Tourer comes into play.

[@felixarkang5414]

A fully loaded ID.7 GTX is €59k in Sweden same as base spec RWD EQE and also its Mercedes so you need to add at least 15k in option to just have decent spec one.

[@Steelwheelsdutch]

The watch you wearing.....is it the ultra? Just interested 😊

[@npoleary]

Apple Watch Ultra 2 ☺️

[@Steelwheelsdutch]

@@npoleary Thanks 😉

[@npoleary]

No worries, although I should add the orange band I wear now is a cheap band (not Apple official) But I love it, battery is incredible 🙏

[@Stewiedude1]

Good comparison, could have done with a bit more detail regarding how the vehicles handle dynamically and a comparison of the comfort of the suspension. This consitutes a large portion of the driving experience.

[@npoleary]

Thank you! Both drive in an almost identical way and that’s even driving them back to back. If it was then done on separate days, I’d be very impressed if someone could tell the difference. The EQE feels like it doesn’t encourage sportier faster driving whereas the iD7 has a slightly more dynamic throttle response. But seriously they are so close, if you drive them both, please let me know how you get on!

[@Stewiedude1]

@npoleary thank, appreciate the update. One last thing is maybe mentioning noise isolation, but I'm guessing that's similar too?

[@npoleary]

Yeah again very similar 😅 and again driving them back to back I was hoping to notice more of a difference. But I guess this is the thing with EV’s they all sort of have a similar layout (battery, no gears etc) so they are going to drive the same if not very similar. I was hoping and when I went into this video that one was going to be completely different! And to add to this since I filmed it, VW have also brought one out now more range than the EQE, so the iD7 now takes the lead on that stat. And you can get an estate too! If you’re on the fence about both, take both out for a test drive at dealers and you’ll see what I mean! Any questions though give us a shout on here or my email: “[e-mail]”

[@gregthompson3231]

They are both beautiful cars. I don't think that we can get the ID7 here in the states. But will keep digging for information.

[@npoleary]

Thanks for watching! Ah hopefully VW expand their range out to other countries!

[@gregthompson3231]

@@npoleary That would be great. Also thank you for your MBUX tours. We were able to configure the new S-Class much easier with your help. And I think that the dash you were talking about in the video is what is on all our cars - U09 MB-Tex Upper Dash and Door Trim. I forgot to answer your question. You know I am team Mercedes, but based on those 2 choices, I think that I would go with the VW, if it were available here in US.

[@npoleary]

No worries! I’m team Mercedes too (I drive one as a daily!) but it’s hard to ignore the cheaper cost of the VW! What they’ve done is very impressive! Oh and can’t forget the boot for the dog 🐶

[@oceanxiv]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on these two cars. I like VW quality and practicality, but never liked design, which is too simple and boring, especially interior. Seems they don't like to take risks and stay in the comfort zone. It was actually the reason, why we didn't buy ID3. As a concept car, it looked cool. When it was brought to the public, interior was a joke, including childish front panel, so we didn't proceed further. Mercedes is expensive, but spot-on design, would definitely go for it, if the boot was a hatchback type, because we also have dogs. So, VW for practicality and Mercedes for design and comfort.

[@npoleary]

Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts! 🤓 So what did you go for? (If you don’t mind sharing)

[@oceanxiv]

I would go for Mercedes, if I didn't have dogs. It's a beautiful quality car. Myself, I have Kia EV6 for almost 2 years, which is a good car inside out. Driving EVs' since 2017, and wouldn't go back to petrol or diesel.

[@npoleary]

@oceanxiv ah nice! I’ve considered branching out and covering more cars. Possibly might look into it in the future!

[@keithrookledge2031]

Very good comparison but price differential significant!

[@npoleary]

Thank you! 🙏

[@andreas3883]

Nice comparison, thank you! But it is slightly incomplete without your finial choice. I would love to know it.

[@npoleary]

I thought I kind of hinted in the video 😅 For me I would have to go iD7, price difference is too great to go to the Mercedes and the boot opening works for me as we have a dog 👍🏼

[@andreas3883]

@@npoleary Great! I go with you. ID7 is really a good choice.

[@rajenmakwana2568]

Hi nick, great video as usuall . howerver, you should put "Discrimination - All car review based on U.K Model, fetures & pricing vary depand on counrty " ..as lots of my mates bought Mercedes EQ in australia, and we don't have lots of features here. otherwise, great video . very thourough .. all the best

[@npoleary]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it! I already mention this a lot on my channel but cars specs WILL ALWAYS vary. This is one of the reasons why I don’t really go through specs too much. It’s the same for the UK though, there are specs available for example in the USA that aren’t here, there will always be differences sadly and as I’m only in the UK, I’ll never know what it’s like in other countries.

[@EdwardBailey-b1w]

Good morning literally at this.moment looking at the id7 as you have tested. The Mercedes is to expensive in comparison. Looking forward to a test Drive. Regards Edward

[@npoleary]

Thanks Edward for watching! Let us know how your test drive goes! 😎

[@user-hj9tz9hr1n]

I‘m thinking of replacing my bmw i4 with an id7 but I‘m a rather special kind of person for my cars. I hate when they restrict me and BMW doesn’t do that much. Audi didn’t let me type in an address while driving, Spotify on CarPlay also doesn’t let me type, browse for similar artists etc. Having to do more than one click for turning of the speed warning is a no go as well. And the materials inside have to be immaculate. I‘m curious how the VW will do in those regards. Earlier VWs didn’t even let me connect my phone while driving so I‘m not too optimistic

[@npoleary]

Not sure about connecting a phone while driving but you could type in a sat nav destination on the VW while on the move.

[@user-hj9tz9hr1n]

@ thanks for the replay, will take on for a test drive soon!

[@hadtobe4502]

Waiting for the ID7 interior to be used in the ID4. Maybe next iteration.

[@profphilbell2075]

Great summation of both cars. My head says VW but my sense of style and love of really nice, exclusive things says Mercedes-Benz. I’m still nit sure about all electric yet. So if money was not an option, is there an option you would be happy with to carry your dog?

[@npoleary]

Thank you! So if money was not an option I would take an EQE 53 😂 I’ll find a way to make it work with the dog, not sure he’s appreciate the acceleration though 😅 However if I was seriously considering these two on show I would have to go VW purely from a cost point of view and the boot opening like a hatch. Both drive almost the same which is very difficult to choose!

[@profphilbell2075]

@@npoleary I have a sneaky suspicion that while you would get the VW for your dog, there will be just a little bit of you wishing and hankering that Mercedes-Benz had the right space.

[@npoleary]

Yeah the boot should open like a hatch! However there is the EQS, the boot does open like a hatch on that one 👀

[@profphilbell2075]

@@npoleary I would love you to keep a vlog or create an occasional video about things you have learned about your own Mercedes-Benz. For instance, I recently found out that simply opening the door with the car on, it automatically engages both park (gear) and the parking break.

[@profphilbell2075]

@@npoleary haha, now you’re talking 😁

[@railvlogger1439]

Do both cars have regenerative braking?

[@npoleary]

Yes all EV’s do as standard, never come across one that doesn’t have as it. It basically makes the range what they are 🤓

[@SoloPerICommenti]

I am ordering now as a company car an ID.7 Pro S Tourer fully loaded, it's going to be 78k eur. To me the extra range is the key advantage, really excited for my first electric (the tax breaks in Germany are huge for BEV!). As far as this comparison, I don't think the version of the ID.7 that you tested was as cheap as you mentioned. You have the more expensive seats, the panoramic roof, probably the navigator... I think it's more around 66-68k GBP. I don't know what extra were included in that EQE, though.

[@npoleary]

Yes of course, I was just referring to an iD7 in general (standard spec for both) so that’s why I try not to go through spec too much on my channel as it varies round the world. But awesome you’re going to an EV! Have you got a charger fitted yet at home?

[@SoloPerICommenti]

@@npoleary I will move to Germany in September, the idea is to find a house where I can install a charger, but I have it at work anyway. In Germany you pay half the taxes on your company car if BEV (saving like 350 eur per month, in my case). Just doing for that, tbh, the range in the highway is not ideal yet. I would want 400km for 80-10 cycle at 130kmh in winter to consider it not an inconvenience anymore, but I can work with the 250 this car seems to offer. About the comparison, it's a bit misleading because the price difference you show is enormous but you're not clarifying what you are actually getting for an ID.7 vs EQE, so it seems you're just paying for the brand

[@npoleary]

Sorry if you find it misleading but I aim for my channel to appeal to all. I purposely don’t go through added extras on any of my videos, which is the reason why I didn’t talk about them here. I’m focussing on the shell of the car, the ride quality, the size, the dimensions, the battery, engines (if applicable) and of course the price. I could go through specs like that but it will be out of date within months because manufacturers change them all the time. For the cars sadly I can’t choose what car I get, if I’m lucky enough to get a car from VW or Mercedes, that’s the model they give me. The price difference is enormous, you are paying for the brand. Both of those prices are for standard models on both.

[@JayRay61]

Nice review! Regarding the differences between the two, the heat pump being one of the main items... what does that option amount to $$$ on the VW? Also, the haptic touch buttons on both (one of the reasons I still like the older GLE450 versions), are they more efficient, use less energy or is it just that they are the latest technology and will not wear out? Cheers!

[@npoleary]

Thank you! Heat pump was about £1k as an option so just over $1,200 (approx conversion) No I honestly don’t know why manufacturers use haptics or touch controls for things like that. But apparently buttons are coming back in the VW! 🙏

[@krane15]

I'm guessing 90% of EV will need a heat pump so its confusing why VW would even make that an option. Should definitely be standard if its an AWD model.

[@maxvdl1262]

The EQE does not have a heat pump. Not possible. Not as standard and not available as an option. I drive my EQE for six months now. So in the (cold) winter.. the energy consumption is considerably higher (+ 20-30% compared to summer). With a heat pump, that difference might be (a bit) smaller. But with a (very) big batterij, like with the Merc, you’ll still be allright.

[@npoleary]

The EQE does have a heat pump, I do a lot of research on my videos before I even pick up the camera. According to Mercedes eBrochure which I used for this project and topic, it does: share.icloud.com/photos/074_Bj0sBBPSWLWHgr_dtoMDg (Link valid for a few days) otherwise it’s on Mercedes website. As always I mention in my videos, spec varies round the world so if you’re based somewhere in else then spec WILL be different.

[@maxvdl1262]

@@npoleary Hi Nick, I must admit I heard about this in a couple of reviews in the Netherlands and Belgium (of well known reviewers) and I never looked further in the specs for this. My apologies for stating this was wrong in your review. A very good review that I enjoyed watching. I was also in between the ID7 and the EQE last year in october, but needed a car very urgently. For a new ID7 I had to wait for 4 months and I could pick up a used EQE 350+ of 2022 with 17k kms for about the same money. So that made the deal. But if there would have been a used ID7 for 10k euro less, than I think I might have chosen the ID7. As much car for less cash.

[@johnshepherd2666]

Nice comparison....I don't think we will see the ID7 down here in OZ..i am still waiting to test drive an ID 4 or ID 5 😮.(with those long legs...you should have been a dancer)😅

[@npoleary]

Thank you! Ah hopefully they’ll expand to other countries in the future! Haha I can’t dance to save my life! 😅 🕺🕺🕺

[@colinnicol9447]

As usual very informative. My concern is a motor survey announced this week that full EV’s drop is 30% in first year and the two Mercedes EV’s were top of the list for largest drop. Probably because of the initial retail cost, I assume it will not be so bad on lesser priced models. I hope it settles down.

[@npoleary]

I wouldn’t say that’s just EV’s… All cars depreciate. www.webuyanycar.com/car-valuation/car-value-after-3-years/ Have a play on a calculator and any car can depreciate up to 30%. You’ll find EV’s yes can depreciate more because as a new model comes out it typically will have more range than before. For example a Mercedes EQA used to have 260 miles, a new model increased it to 320 and now most recently another new model to 350 ish. New tech, new cars, + high end cars usually depreciate more anyway regardless of who makes them.

[@josefv-y8m]

My Passat dropped 45% in first year now only at 27% of the List price after 4 years and 45k km...nothing special, but true to most cars. A car was and is the best and easy Option to burn money. 😉 EVs are now at Reality of any car.

[@virtualcircuit]

​@@npoleary Agreed after about 5 years most cars are worth a fraction of their initial list price, after 15 years they are basically worthless unless they are a special model. I think people thought the insanity of 2021-2023 would somehow continue and are living in lala land. I've owned a lot of premium cars over the years and depreciation is normally 40-50% of RRP after 3 years.

[@reneb2943]

What should have been mentioned is, that the ID.7 comes with AR Head up Display as standard. That kind of compensates for the small display. The ID.7 will come as AWD and GTX. GTX will have something around 340hp.

[@npoleary]

Yes you’re absolutely right after publishing the video I didn’t realise it was standard equipment. I wrongly assumed it was optional equipment. Have been kicking myself ever since! 😕 Yes very true!

[@marcwinkelman5208]

Id7 display is small because the car has a headup display to show relevant driving info, like navigation directions

[@orirbragason3045]

Good review, but im curious to know why you didnt choose EQE SUV as a comparison?

[@npoleary]

Well I could have included that too but that would have been tricky to film a 3rd as well 😅 I just wanted to compare Saloons

[@stephenwensley]

@@npolearyyou could do a follow us comparing the id7 touring against the SUV, although it would be an unfair comparison as the ID7 would wipe the floor with the Merc

[@curt228Norman]

Since the SUV is the same price as the sedan, with the SUV, Dog would love it….!

[@clarasdk]

Thanks for the good video, the VW can also tow more than the Mercedes. Even though they are both really low on what they can tow for such big and powerfull cars :(

[@npoleary]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@PhilHare-er8nr]

I'd go for the ID.7. The price differential is too great and the EQE exterior looks a bit old-manish. MB can justify a premium for their brand but not GBP17,000. Especially given Chinese rival products are getting better by the minute.

[@npoleary]

Yes the Chinese rival products are on my radar…I’m watching them closely!

[@colinbrydon7659]

But they can. Let’s be honest the ID will be a great car but the merc has so much more than whats been mentioned. You would need to double the video time.

[@amparr]

Noticed the ID7 showing 97% charge and circa 305 miles of range. Not really the 480 advertised. Any view on that? Surprised you didn’t call that out.

[@npoleary]

The iD7 has a WLTP range of 380 not 480. 480 would be very impressive! And might make one of the world’s best! 😅 Maybe on their next one! But to answer your question the range indicator in this car is no different to your petrol / diesel car if it has one. Basically it’s adaptive, so one day you could charge and it’ll say 370 and one day it could say 250. It all depends where you drive and how much power you use. You can test this in your own car, do lots of driving round town during traffic and for example my petrol car will show 280 or 300 ish miles. Then go on a long trip, come back and fuel up and it’ll show north of 400. This is because that figure is adaptive, I’ve traveled at faster speeds that are more economical than driving round town. The opposite effect happens when you’ve been on a road trip and then continue to drive round town, the range indicator will adjust and bring that range back down because you’re consuming more power from stopping and starting. So nothing to call out! 😅

[@PasiRäsänen-q8w]

You said that the I.D 7 has a small driver's screen. At least we in Finland have an AI head up display as standard. I don't know if in other countries? So you don't even need that small screen. In Mercedes, you have to pay a big price for that. So it should have been mentioned in the differences between the cars

[@npoleary]

Yes absolutely you’re not the first to mention this, I kicked myself after the car went back as I didn’t realise it was standard equipment. In every car I’ve reviewed a head up display is optional equipment. As specs vary round the world a lot, I try not to go through specs to much as it won’t apply to a lot of the world (I’m thankful to have viewers in lots of countries) so I try to just focus on the car itself. I’ll know for next time!

[@steedroseman7165]

Great to see an estate version available. Maybe 7 seats available later? Other than the MG I don’t know of any other estate electric car. I wish Tesla would do an estate version. Why don’t you mention 0-60 times?

[@npoleary]

Absolutely! Yeah more Estates would be super sleek! I can do! I’ll possibly add it to future vids!

[@peterbark8452]

There's 2 things I don't understand: 1 why is touch a disadvantage? 2 If they are so close in terms of your preference, wouldn't GBP 17k be an easy decisive factor?

[@npoleary]

Touch screens are perfectly fine for multimedia systems but touch can be distracting if the most simplest of functions like climate control are hidden menus deep on a multimedia system. Same goes for steering wheel functions, when an actual button is pressed you would know with the way it feels. But if it’s touch and has no haptics or feedback to the user, then you have to look down and take your eyes off the road. To clarify in even more depth, there are haptics in the Volkswagen but a sound for clicking in the Mercedes for the steering wheel functions.

[@npoleary]

Oh and yes in this example I would choose the VW due to the boot opening with our dog at home 🐶 and the price point too! 💰

[@peterbark8452]

@@npoleary I currently drive ID3 and am considering getting the ID7. What I dount like about the touch BUTTONS are the ones on the steering wheel. I accidentally touch them sometimes when making a sharp turn. Immediately, missing the directions.

[@pauladams5673]

A difference that you didn't mention is the Mercedes needs a start button, the ID.7 doesn't. A year old EQE300 vs a new ID.7 is tempting. If you need an estate version of EQE, you have to go for the SUV version.

[@npoleary]

I did film that in the Pros and Cons section but chose to leave it out due to the length of the video 😅 But I did find a button on the iD7 although you don’t need to use it so it’s like one less step than the EQE

[@Professor-Jack]

Yep 👍

[@bassyboo]

12:19 its called artico :)

[@KCRC_YELLOW_HEAD]

I have a EQE but it feels like cardboard

[@Pyoutube2023]

EQE holds too but it uses the electric motor.

[@jimsshed2587]

Doesn't make sense to compare these 2 vehicles as there's 50k in the difference in price. You could buy almost x2 ID.7s for the price of an eqe BYD Seal would be a closer comparison

[@andrewwaller5913]

How far does it go on a full tank of electric ?

[@npoleary]

Both cars have a range of around 380 miles, I cover it in the video.

[@krane15]

Not long enough. Until EVs reach a solid 300 mi. I won't even give them the time of day. So far there's only a handful of car that approach the 400 mi range and all of them are ultra luxury car that are far, far, beyond my level of affordability

[@andrewwaller5913]

@@npoleary And how long does it take to charge up and how much does it cost?

[@npoleary]

That depends on where you get your electricity from! 🤓 Home or public? There’s a huge difference… or I can reply back with both 🤓 Let me know!

[@daniellu9106]

my wife 's EQE 350 doesn't have the boot kick open function, while my old e class has that function, she was not happy.

[@npoleary]

Oh I think Mercedes called that Hands Free Access or something. Can you still do it on the key? I’m sure there was a button if I recall from filming this one the other day

[@Pyoutube2023]

@daniellu9106 Are you sure? My EQE 300 has this feature. There is a small sticker next to the two red buttons on the bootlid how to kick.

[@daniellu9106]

@@npoleary thank you for the reply, yes, I can use both the button in the boot and the key to open and close the boot. I tried many times and checked the Mercedes @Adelaide, He said, sorry the function was not available on that car. I checked the my car manual, it clearly stated hands free access should work. I will ask the car dealer again.

[@daniellu9106]

@@Pyoutube2023 Thank you for the reply. I checked again today, doesn't work. I should check the dealer again. Thank you for confirm this function should be working , unfortunately I was told otherwise /wrong information by the dealer.

[@npoleary]

Ah cool well the dealer can check spec on a car so they’ll be the best ones to advise. Be aware though the manual does not and never will relate to individual spec on a car. They are generically printed worldwide like all car manufacturers.

[@Live_without_fear]

The panoramic roof of the Mercedes seems to be bigger and doesn’t leave you in the dark in the back seat like in the VW. VW will always be cheaper to cover that segment of the market, as it has always been. Looking more classy and being more comfortable,Mercedes is the King.

[@npoleary]

For the pano roof, very true…What’s your favourite model of Mercedes then? 🙏

[@Live_without_fear]

@@npoleary I like luxury and comfort. For a very very good price. My 2 year's old E 200 coupé with air suspension and open roof. The best I ever had.

[@npoleary]

That’s awesome! Especially with air suspension!

[@krane15]

Sealed sun roofs that don't open doesn't interest me. I actually open my sunroof for ventilation. Especially during the spring. Porsche is the only car maker that still offers a convectional sun roof on their EVs

[@kean8908]

The touch thing is a deal breaker. I currently drive a 2022 GLE 53 which still had buttons on the AMG steering wheel and I will hang onto this beast for as long as it takes either Mercedes, Audi or BMW to provide a button interface. I'll buy whichever does it first.

[@mindaugaszemaitis]

Good video, thank you. MB looks overpriced. Do not forget to compare the real consumption of the EV in the future. The real life shows different dimensions!

[@npoleary]

Yes it is something I would like to compare on in future! Glad you enjoyed the video! 🙏

[@curt228Norman]

Have you ever done a breakdown of your A Class. My dealer told me they were junk and not nearly as quiet as any other model. They were just an entry model MB on the level of a cheap Toyota.. True????

[@npoleary]

I've done a couple of reviews on it and still love it! And genuinely as with all of my videos, they are my honest thoughts. Now when it comes to people's own thoughts, individual people in dealers may have their own preferences for their own ideal car like we all would ourselves. So for example if I were to compare an A-Class to an S-Class (which I did once on my channel) there's a stark difference in quality. But I would hope there's a stark difference because the price is £30k all the way up to £130k and more! Now I don't know this person, but they may have a company car and be in an E-Class. Again compare that to A-Class, there's a difference. But A-Class is still a premium car, but the further you go up the Mercedes range and any German Range of car, the more luxurious it gets. And the price too 😅

[@stevieC-x1l]

I have a 2021 A250e saloon. It's a heap. Dozens of rattles, squeaks, awful road and engine noise, poor auto gear box and a lumpy, inconsistent brake feel. It's the most disappointing car I've ever owned.... hugely overrated based on my 3 years of ownership....

[@curranhouse]

Shame if VW go back to "buttons" the touch buttons are actually very good if you go with them and learn. They are both physical buttons and touch. I thought I would hate them but they are so nice to use. The only negatives are the non backlighting of the climate sliders under the screen and lack of fan control without dipping into the menu...

[@npoleary]

Some of their new models have backlights on the climate control now 🤓

[@Calle...]

Most interesting car in this video is the Saab 9000 at 21:19

[@MAGE0327]

Hey Nick, I know this might be a bit late, but I recently talked with you about getting a 2023 GLA 45 AMG (my dream car). I realized that it didn’t came with sensors, is there a way to installing them after being manufactured? I recently spoke with my NY MB car dealer and they told me that it was not recommended to installed them after manufactured. I did had a 2018 GLA 180 sport with parking sensors in Peru, and it was the best car I could have as an Architect for such tight and bumpy roads. Is there a way to certifiably install them without damaging anything OR do I need to buy the certified pieces from Europe or UK and find a third party installer on my own? I have been cautious with the car and its 382hp but not having sensors keeps me at edge. Please do let me know if there is a way I could install 2023 GLA 45 AMG parking sensors assists or other third party sensors I could safely install in my car!

[@npoleary]

Hey! Oh yeah a GLA 45, wow what an awesome car! Sadly I don’t cover modifications on my channel or mechanical aspects so I really wouldn’t know. If I was in the same position as you I’d be speaking to my local dealer too. Most car manufacturers will never retrofit things as they usually will only sell things as they’re described from new. You yes of course could get them fitted but it would be an aftermarket option which wouldn’t integrate with the car’s system. You’ll have to chat with Mercedes for their expertise on that one.

[@MAGE0327]

@@npoleary I spoke with my NY car dealer salesman and he told me it was not recommended, but I will contact the dealers service department and ask them directly for options. My fear is that by drilling into the bumpers and rearranging the system, the cars acoustics and other sensor could be damaged. But it’s a risk I’m willing to make. Thank you for the advice! Looking forward to your next videos and I’m also following on instagram/ facebook

[@npoleary]

Yeah they’ll be the best to ask I’m sure it’s possible but best to check! Oh awesome thank you! 🙏

[@rainerauzinger9201]

you forgot the nice, large headup display in the id.7!!!

[@npoleary]

I know annoyingly I “assumed” it was optional equipment but it’s standard!!…was kicking myself afterward…

[@ledolphinois]

I vote for ID7, cheaper and similar, very confortable, very luxury, could be just More modern, I mean thé Dashboard for instance

[@npoleary]

It’s quite the contender! And the price point (when compared) is amazing! 🤓🙏

[@Biskawow]

0:45 and comparison over, I have made my choice

[@npoleary]

😂 glad I made it nice and easy!

[@LiCan46]

Idu is very good looking car.

[@RedBatteryHead]

Funny how different metrics translate to the same Inch measurement 😅 I'll take the i4, though.

[@npoleary]

Just rounded up and rounded down otherwise they’d be too many numbers on the screen. It did it with both and it looked too cluttered.

[@prokastinatore]

There's no doubt. I always prefer Mercedes and I know why.

[@TheCraftedDragon]

How did you drive two cars to the lot if you're a one man crew?

[@npoleary]

I’m glad someone asked! With great difficulty! 😂 😂 I drove one there, then this car park was right next to a dealer, so I walked to get the other one and bring it round. And yes I paid for parking for both too 🙃 Left one in place while I drove the other, swapped all the cameras round when coming back and left the other there for the test drive.

[@npoleary]

And adding a second note, I even cleaned the VW before filming it on the day. Luckily the EQE was already clean for filming.

[@Truthbomb918]

The term ur looking for with the id7 is hatchback. I've never driven the merc but I've driven every Vw ev bar this one. It seems to continue the trend since the id3 where Vw have ignored the circumstances of the infotainment and steering wheel controls being all touch and awful. Have they at least added a backlight to the climate controls. The ev interiors have always been cheap, the window controls are an example of this again where they have cut the windows switches in half, the id7 seems to have cheaped out even more than previous models with the tiny and useless drivers display which was already bad but not even smaller and worse and the wipers are now on the same stalk as the indicators.

[@npoleary]

All good points! Although rather annoyingly I kicked myself after filming this…basically I try not to run through specs too much as it varies all the time however the iD7 has a head up display, as standard. I completely missed that out. Still kicking myself to this day! But yes slight difference in instrument cluster screen size for sure

[@nandonandouze169]

And then there's me. Laughing in BYD Seal AWD. 😛

[@npoleary]

I reviewed that recently 🤓 It was really good!

[@GrrMeister]

1:40 *Anyone who could achieve this Range must be a Scientist with on OBE Awarded by Khan or Rishi !*

[@GrrMeister]

*at 95p per KWh - what a Joke !*

[@npoleary]

They’re used for comparison purposes. If you drive at 40mph to 60mph and barely hit traffic, then yes you could even beat it. But realistically it will always be less on every EV due to variables on the road. It’s always been this way and will be like that forever. Also that public charger was 85p per kWh, so 10p less. But it’s still ridiculously expensive where when I can charge at home for 7p!!! It’s mad!

[@fmsantoscar]

The Mercedes EQE any day of the week. Wouldn’t touch a VAG car 😂

[@npoleary]

Which model of EQE would you go for? The AMG version? 🤓