Compare performance (625 HP vs 503 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 65,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQE SUV or Audi Q8 e-tron?
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.
Audi Q8 e-tron is only slightly cheaper – starting at 65,100 £ , while the Mercedes EQE SUV costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,496 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQE SUV is marginally more efficient: consuming 18.3 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 1.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes EQE SUV offers marginally more range – reaching up to 611 km, about 16 km more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.
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 Mercedes EQE SUV offers a bit more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 503 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE SUV is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Audi Q8 e-tron takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes EQE SUV is a bit faster – reaching 240 km/h, while the Audi Q8 e-tron tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers barely more torque with 973 Nm compared to 950 Nm. That’s about 23 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes EQE SUV is very slightly lighter – 2,440 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers very slightly more boot space – 569 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQE SUV offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,675 L, about 38 L more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.
When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries marginally more – 595 kg compared to 580 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.
The Mercedes EQE SUV comes out clearly ahead 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.
The Mercedes EQE SUV wraps silent electric power in a sumptuous, tech-filled shell, offering a cocoon-like cabin that makes long journeys feel indulgent. It’s not a driver's toy but a sophisticated cruiser for buyers who want luxury, space and futuristic gadgetry without shouting for attention.
detailsThe 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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Price
71,600 - 125,100 £
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Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 23.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
453 - 611 km
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Electric Range
456 - 595 km
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Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,440 - 2,615 kg
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Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
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Trunk capacity
520 L
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Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
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Length
4,863 - 4,879 mm
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Length
4,915 mm
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Width
1,940 mm
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Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
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Height
1,672 - 1,685 mm
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Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,675 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
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Payload
505 - 580 kg
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Payload
515 - 595 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
265 - 625 HP
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Power HP
340 - 503 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 7.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
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Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Torque
550 - 950 Nm
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
195 - 460 kW
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Power kW
250 - 370 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Audi
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