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Audi Q6 e-tron vs Mercedes EQA comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 228 HP), boot space and price (54,400 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q6 e-tron or Mercedes EQA?

Audi Q6 e-tron vs Mercedes EQA: Key differences

Audi Q6 e-tron

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Mercedes EQA

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Q6 e-tron

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes EQA is a bit cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Audi Q6 e-tron costs 54,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,554 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Audi Q6 e-tron is barely more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 16.9 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQA. That’s a difference of about 1.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q6 e-tron offers markedly more range – reaching up to 668 km, about 192 km more than the Mercedes EQA.

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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 Audi Q6 e-tron offers significantly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 228 HP. That’s roughly 262 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q6 e-tron is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Mercedes EQA takes 7.7 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q6 e-tron delivers clearly more torque with 855 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 465 Nm more.

Q6 e-tron

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes EQA is marginally lighter – 2,115 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 85 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q6 e-tron offers visibly more boot space – 526 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 186 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q6 e-tron carries noticeably more – 540 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q6 e-tron is clearly superior 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.

from £54,400
Q6 e-tron

Audi Q6 e-tron

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 252 - 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 18.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 535 - 668 km
Audi Q6 e-tron
Mercedes EQA

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Audi Q6 e-tron

The Audi Q6 e-tron combines Audi's premium design and refined interior with a modern electric drivetrain that delivers effortless, quiet acceleration. It feels spacious and tech-forward, making it a comfortable and confident choice for buyers who want an upscale electric SUV for daily driving and longer trips.

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Mercedes EQA

The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.

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Audi Q6 e-tron
Mercedes EQA

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,400 - 82,500 £
Price
45,900 - 54,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
535 - 668 km
Electric Range
476 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,425 kg
Curb weight
2,115 kg
Trunk capacity
499 - 526 L
Trunk capacity
340 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,939 - 1,965 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
540 kg
Payload
425 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
Power HP
252 - 490 HP
Power HP
228 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
450 - 855 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
185 - 360 kW
Power kW
168 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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