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Audi Q8 e-tron vs Mercedes GLB - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (503 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (65100 £ vs 40500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Mercedes GLB?

Audi Q8 e-tron

Mercedes GLB

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

Q8 e-tron

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes GLB has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40500 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24548 £.

GLB

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 Audi Q8 e-tron has a evident edge – offering 503 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.50 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLB performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Audi Q8 e-tron tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q8 e-tron pulls clearly stronger with 973 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 573 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Mercedes GLB is convincingly lighter – 1640 kg compared to 2585 kg. The difference is around 945 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers barely noticeable more room – 570 L compared to 569 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs minimal better – up to 1805 L, which is about 168 L more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q8 e-tron slightly takes the win – 595 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi Q8 e-tron proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q8 e-tron is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £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
  • Electric Range : 456 - 595 km
Audi Q8 e-tron
Mercedes GLB

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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 GLB

The Mercedes GLB is a practical compact SUV that mixes boxy, family-friendly space with premium German polish, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want usefulness without pretension. It drives with a confident, composed feel and somehow manages to look both rugged and refined — the grown-up SUV that still likes to have fun.

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Audi Q8 e-tron
Mercedes GLB

Costs and Consumption

Price
65100 - 102800 £
Price
40500 - 65300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
146 - 204 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2585 - 2725 kg
Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
Length
4915 mm
Length
4634 - 4650 mm
Width
1937 - 1994 mm
Width
1834 - 1850 mm
Height
1617 - 1683 mm
Height
1665 - 1692 mm
Max trunk capacity
1567 - 1637 L
Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Audi Q8 e-tron?

The Audi Q8 e-tron is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.