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Audi Q8 vs Mercedes EQS comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 80,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Mercedes EQS?

Audi Q8 vs Mercedes EQS: Key differences

Audi Q8

  • only slightly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Mercedes EQS

  • significantly more electric range
  • very slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Q8

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi Q8 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 77,300 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 80,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,602 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers significantly more range – reaching up to 920 km, about 840 km more than the Audi Q8.

EQS

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 offers barely more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Mercedes EQS takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers barely more torque with 850 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Q8

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, Audi Q8 is moderately lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,550 kg. The difference is around 375 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers very slightly more boot space – 610 L compared to 605 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries a bit more – 665 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS stands well ahead of its rival 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 £80,900
EQS

Mercedes EQS

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 367 - 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 810 - 920 km
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Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 wraps coupe-like flair around a burly SUV stance, serving up a cabin dressed in premium materials and smart tech that puts comfort and swagger front and center. It’s composed and comfortable on long runs yet happy to play when asked, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want head-turning looks without surrendering everyday practicality.

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Mercedes EQS

The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.

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Mercedes EQS

Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
80,900 - 117,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
810 - 920 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
2,550 - 2,660 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
610 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,926 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
545 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
367 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
505 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
270 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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