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Audi Q8 vs Mercedes GLE - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (640 HP vs 634 HP), boot space and price (77300 £ vs 76300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Mercedes GLE?
Q8
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 GLE has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 76300 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1044 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLE manages with 2 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Audi Q8 with 3.90 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLE performs evident better – achieving up to 114 km, about 34 km more than the Audi Q8.
GLE
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 640 HP compared to 634 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Mercedes GLE takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
Both models offer the same torque – 850 Nm.
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Q8
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Audi Q8 is hardly perceptible lighter – 2175 kg compared to 2310 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers hardly perceptible more room – 655 L compared to 605 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLE minimal takes the win – 705 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes GLE sits 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.
Audi Q8
Mercedes GLE
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from about £76,300
Mercedes GLE
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 GLE
The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.
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Audi Q8
Mercedes GLE
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
77300 - 137100 £
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Price
76300 - 175800 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
80 km
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Electric Range
89 - 114 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
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co2
88 - 297 g/km
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co2
53 - 284 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2175 - 2490 kg
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Curb weight
2310 - 2800 kg
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Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
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Length
-
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Length
4924 - 4961 mm
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Width
1995 - 2007 mm
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Width
1947 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1716 - 1797 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
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Payload
620 - 665 kg
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Payload
460 - 705 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
231 - 640 HP
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Power HP
289 - 634 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
170 - 471 kW
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Power kW
213 - 466 kW
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Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
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Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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What drive types are available for the Audi Q8?
Available configurations include 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.