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Audi Q8 e-tron vs Mercedes EQB comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Mercedes EQB?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs Mercedes EQB: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • substantially more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space

Mercedes EQB

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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • markedly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Q8 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 EQB is considerably cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,188 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQB is noticeably more efficient: consuming 15.2 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 4.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 60 km more than the Mercedes EQB.

EQB

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 Q8 e-tron offers substantially more power – delivering 503 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Mercedes EQB takes 6.2 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi Q8 e-tron is visibly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Mercedes EQB tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers considerably more torque with 973 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 453 Nm more.

Q8 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 EQB is markedly lighter – 2,105 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 480 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers somewhat more boot space – 569 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 74 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQB offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,710 L, about 73 L more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries visibly more – 595 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 e-tron 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.

from £65,100
Q8 e-tron

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 340 - 503 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 456 - 595 km
Audi Q8 e-tron
Mercedes EQB

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Audi Q8 e-tron

The Audi Q8 e-tron wraps Audi’s usual premium polish into a quiet, composed electric SUV that feels refined and surprisingly effortless to drive. With a spacious, tech-forward cabin and understated road presence, it’s a practical yet stylish choice for buyers who want electric motoring without losing the dignity of a proper luxury SUV.

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Mercedes EQB

The Mercedes EQB is an electric compact SUV that dresses Mercedes' premium feel in practical clothing, with flexible seating and a serene, composed ride that turns everyday errands into a small luxury. It won't thrill the enthusiast, but for buyers who want a smart, spacious and well-made EV with tasteful tech and real-world usability, the EQB is a sensible, slightly buttoned-up choice that impresses without shouting.

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Audi Q8 e-tron
Mercedes EQB

Costs and Consumption

Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
45,900 - 58,900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
468 - 535 km
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
Curb weight
2,105 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
495 L
Length
4,915 mm
Length
4,684 mm
Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Height
1,654 - 1,689 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Max trunk capacity
1,710 L
Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

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