Audi A8 vs Mercedes GLE – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

Costs and Efficiency: Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes GLE has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 76300 £, while the Audi A8 costs 91400 £. That’s a price difference of around 15101 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE manages with 2 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Audi A8 with 7 L. The difference is about 5 L per 100 km.

Engine and Performance: Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLE has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 634 HP compared to 571 HP. That’s roughly 63 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes GLE takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLE performs a bit better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Audi A8 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE pulls barely noticeable stronger with 850 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the Audi A8 is somewhat lighter – 2035 kg compared to 2310 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers noticeable more room – 655 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLE minimal takes the win – 705 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Our conclusion: The Mercedes GLE proves to be dominates this comparison and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, Mercedes GLE is the better all-rounder in this comparison.