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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback vs Mercedes EQE SUV comparison

Compare performance (551 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (53,800 £ vs 71,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Sportback or Mercedes EQE SUV?

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback vs Mercedes EQE SUV: Key differences

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

  • noticeably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • a bit lighter

Mercedes EQE SUV

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  • moderately more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A6 e-tron Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is noticeably cheaper – starting at 53,800 £ , while the Mercedes EQE SUV costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,725 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is markedly more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQE SUV. That’s a difference of about 4.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers a bit more range – reaching up to 754 km, about 143 km more than the Mercedes EQE SUV.

EQE SUV

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes EQE SUV offers moderately more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 551 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE SUV is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 240 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQE SUV delivers barely more torque with 950 Nm compared to 855 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.

A6 e-tron Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is a bit lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,440 kg. The difference is around 265 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQE SUV offers only slightly more boot space – 520 L compared to 502 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQE SUV offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,675 L, about 345 L more than the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQE SUV carries slightly more – 580 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback holds a slight edge 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 £53,800
A6 e-tron Sportback

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 326 - 551 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.7 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 572 - 754 km
Audi A6 e-tron Sportback
Mercedes EQE SUV

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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback wraps futuristic electric technology in elegant, coupe-like proportions, so you arrive looking sharp without shouting for attention. Inside, refined materials and a calm, driver-focused layout make it a convincing choice for buyers who want quiet, effortless performance with a dash of everyday practicality — the kind of car that raises eyebrows without saying a word.

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Mercedes EQE SUV

The Mercedes EQE SUV wraps silent electric power in a sumptuous, tech-filled shell, offering a cocoon-like cabin that makes long journeys feel indulgent. It’s not a driver's toy but a sophisticated cruiser for buyers who want luxury, space and futuristic gadgetry without shouting for attention.

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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback
Mercedes EQE SUV

Costs and Consumption

Price
53,800 - 98,700 £
Price
71,600 - 125,100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 23.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
572 - 754 km
Electric Range
453 - 611 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,400 kg
Curb weight
2,440 - 2,615 kg
Trunk capacity
502 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
4,928 mm
Length
4,863 - 4,879 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Width
1,940 mm
Height
1,465 - 1,487 mm
Height
1,672 - 1,685 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,330 L
Max trunk capacity
1,675 L
Payload
470 - 500 kg
Payload
505 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Power HP
265 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Torque
550 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Power kW
195 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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