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Audi Q8 vs Mercedes GLE – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: Audi Q8 meets Mercedes GLE.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

Q8 @ Audi AG

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.

Audi Q8 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 75800 £, while the Mercedes GLE costs 76300 £. That’s a price difference of around 499 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q8 manages with 1.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes GLE with 2 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes GLE performs evident better – achieving up to 114 km, about 31 km more than the Audi Q8.

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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.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLE performs somewhat better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Audi Q8 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 850 Nm.

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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.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLE performs somewhat better – up to 2055 L, which is about 300 L more than the Audi Q8.

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?

The Audi Q8 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q8 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £75,800
Q8 @ Audi AG

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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
75800 - 135600 £
Price
76300 - 175800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 13.1 L
Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
82 - 83 km
Electric Range
89 - 114 km
Battery Capacity
22 kWh
Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
co2
30 - 297 g/km
co2
53 - 284 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 85 L
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 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
2310 - 2800 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Length
4992 - 5022 mm
Length
4924 - 4961 mm
Width
1995 - 2007 mm
Width
1947 mm
Height
1697 - 1708 mm
Height
1716 - 1797 mm
Max trunk capacity
1755 L
Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
460 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
289 - 634 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
213 - 466 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3

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

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What drive types are available for the Audi Q8?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.