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Audi Q8 vs Mercedes GLA - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (640 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (75800 £ vs 38800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Mercedes GLA?

Audi Q8

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

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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.

Mercedes GLA has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38800 £, while the Audi Q8 costs 75800 £. That’s a price difference of around 36935 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q8 manages with 1.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes GLA with 2.90 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Audi Q8 performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 83 km, about 9 km more than the Mercedes GLA.

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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 has a distinct edge – offering 640 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 219 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Mercedes GLA takes 4.30 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Audi Q8 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q8 pulls decisively stronger with 850 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, Mercedes GLA is distinct lighter – 1570 kg compared to 2175 kg. The difference is around 605 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q8 offers evident more room – 605 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q8 performs somewhat better – up to 1755 L, which is about 325 L more than the Mercedes GLA.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q8 clearly perceptible takes the win – 665 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi Q8 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q8 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £75,800
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Audi Q8

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 640 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 13.1 L
  • Electric Range : 82 - 83 km
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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 GLA

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The Mercedes GLA blends Mercedes style with compact crossover practicality, looking sharper than its size suggests while still feeling purposeful around town. Inside it serves up premium materials and tech-forward ergonomics, and the composed ride makes it an appealing pick for buyers who want luxury wrapped in a city-friendly package with a wink of adventurous spirit.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
75800 - 135600 £
Price
38800 - 75300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 13.1 L
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
82 - 83 km
Electric Range
74 km
Battery Capacity
22 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
30 - 297 g/km
co2
66 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 85 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2175 - 2490 kg
Curb weight
1570 - 1810 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Length
4992 - 5022 mm
Length
4412 - 4443 mm
Width
1995 - 2007 mm
Width
1834 - 1849 mm
Height
1697 - 1708 mm
Height
1590 - 1616 mm
Max trunk capacity
1755 L
Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
480 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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What drive types are available for the Audi Q8?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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