Compare performance (367 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (44800 £ vs 27800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q5 or Mercedes EQT?
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.
Mercedes EQT has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27800 £ , while the Audi Q5 costs 44800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17054 £.
As for electric range, the Mercedes EQT performs decisively better – achieving up to 278 km, about 178 km more than the Audi Q5.
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 Audi Q5 has a convincingly edge – offering 367 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Mercedes EQT takes 12.60 s. That’s about 8.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi Q5 performs significantly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes EQT tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 118 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q5 pulls clearly stronger with 580 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 335 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Audi Q5 is minimal lighter – 1910 kg compared to 1925 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes EQT offers slight more room – 551 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQT performs distinct better – up to 1979 L, which is about 506 L more than the Audi Q5.
When it comes to payload, Audi Q5 hardly perceptible takes the win – 565 kg compared to 531 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.
The Audi Q5 is far ahead overall 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.
The Audi Q5 feels like the sensible luxury choice — polished cabin materials, a calm ride and enough tech to keep commuters and weekend adventurers equally pleased. It won't shout for attention but will quietly check the boxes for buyers who want refinement, space and everyday usability with a dash of Audi charisma.
detailsThe Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.
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Price
44800 - 78900 £
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Price
27800 - 32100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh
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Electric Range
92 - 100 km
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Electric Range
265 - 278 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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co2
56 - 189 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1910 - 2245 kg
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Curb weight
1925 - 2023 kg
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Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
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Length
4717 mm
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Length
4498 - 4922 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Height
1647 - 1656 mm
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Height
1819 - 1830 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1388 - 1473 L
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Max trunk capacity
1979 L
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Payload
490 - 565 kg
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Payload
457 - 531 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 367 HP
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Power HP
122 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.60 s
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Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
132 km/h
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Torque
340 - 580 Nm
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Torque
245 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
150 - 270 kW
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Power kW
90 kW
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Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Audi Q5 is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.