Audi Q8 e-tron vs Mercedes EQE SUV – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

Costs and Efficiency: 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.

Audi Q8 e-tron has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 65100 £, while the Mercedes EQE SUV costs 71600 £. That’s a price difference of around 6496 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes EQE SUV: with 18.30 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Audi Q8 e-tron with 19.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.40 kWh.

As for range, the Mercedes EQE SUV performs slight better – achieving up to 611 km, about 16 km more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.

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 Mercedes EQE SUV has a somewhat edge – offering 625 HP compared to 503 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE SUV is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Audi Q8 e-tron takes 4.50 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes EQE SUV performs a bit better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Audi Q8 e-tron tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron pulls barely noticeable stronger with 973 Nm compared to 950 Nm. That’s about 23 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the Mercedes EQE SUV is hardly perceptible lighter – 2440 kg compared to 2585 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers slight more room – 569 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQE SUV performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1675 L, which is about 38 L more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q8 e-tron hardly perceptible takes the win – 595 kg compared to 580 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

All in all, the Mercedes EQE SUV shows itself to be performs better in key areas and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.