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Audi A7 vs Mercedes EQS comparison

Compare performance (630 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (55,000 £ vs 80,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or Mercedes EQS?

Audi A7 vs Mercedes EQS: Key differences

Audi A7

  • considerably cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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Mercedes EQS

  • considerably more electric range
  • a bit more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A7

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi A7 is considerably cheaper – starting at 55,000 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 80,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,888 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers considerably more range – reaching up to 920 km, about 852 km more than the Audi A7.

EQS

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A7 offers marginally more power – delivering 630 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mercedes EQS takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A7 delivers marginally more torque with 850 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

A7

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mercedes EQS offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A7 is substantially lighter – 1,770 kg compared to 2,550 kg. The difference is around 780 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers a bit more boot space – 610 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A7 carries very slightly more – 600 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS stands well ahead of its rival 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 £80,900
EQS

Mercedes EQS

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 367 - 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 810 - 920 km
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Audi A7

The Audi A7 wraps elegant fastback lines around a sumptuous, tech-packed cabin that turns everyday drives into something a bit more special. It strikes a polished balance between relaxed comfort and engaging poise, so you’ll enjoy long cruises and spirited backroad runs while arriving in unmistakable style.

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The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,000 - 117,900 £
Price
80,900 - 117,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 - 68 km
Electric Range
810 - 920 km
Battery Capacity
14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 276 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 73 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,770 - 2,150 kg
Curb weight
2,550 - 2,660 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
610 L
Length
4,969 - 5,009 mm
Length
-
Width
1,908 - 1,950 mm
Width
1,926 mm
Height
1,422 - 1,424 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,235 - 1,390 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
510 - 600 kg
Payload
545 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 630 HP
Power HP
367 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
245 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
370 - 850 Nm
Torque
505 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 463 kW
Power kW
270 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Audi A7 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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