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Mercedes EQE vs Audi A6 e-tron Sportback comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (57,600 £ vs 53,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQE or Audi A6 e-tron Sportback?

Mercedes EQE vs Audi A6 e-tron Sportback: Key differences

Mercedes EQE

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EQE

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is marginally cheaper – starting at 53,800 £ , while the Mercedes EQE costs 57,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,760 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is somewhat more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQE. That’s a difference of about 2.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers barely more range – reaching up to 754 km, about 63 km more than the Mercedes EQE.

A6 e-tron Sportback

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 Mercedes EQE offers a bit more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 551 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is barely faster – reaching 240 km/h, while the Mercedes EQE tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQE delivers barely more torque with 950 Nm compared to 855 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.

EQE

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is marginally lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,375 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers slightly more boot space – 502 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 72 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQE carries moderately more – 600 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQE has only a minor advantage 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 £57,600
EQE

Mercedes EQE

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 265 - 625 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.8 - 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 502 - 691 km
Mercedes EQE
Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

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Mercedes EQE

The Mercedes EQE glides like a silk-wrapped saloon from the future, pairing whisper-quiet refinement with a high-tech cabin that feels both modern and indulgent. For buyers who want electric luxury without shouting about it, the EQE is composed, comfortably confident, and just smug enough to feel special.

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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback wraps futuristic electric technology in elegant, coupe-like proportions, so you arrive looking sharp without shouting for attention. Inside, refined materials and a calm, driver-focused layout make it a convincing choice for buyers who want quiet, effortless performance with a dash of everyday practicality — the kind of car that raises eyebrows without saying a word.

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Mercedes EQE
Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

Costs and Consumption

Price
57,600 - 94,900 £
Price
53,800 - 98,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
502 - 691 km
Electric Range
572 - 754 km
Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,375 - 2,540 kg
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,400 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
502 L
Length
4,946 - 4,964 mm
Length
4,928 mm
Width
1,961 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Height
1,492 - 1,510 mm
Height
1,465 - 1,487 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,330 L
Payload
545 - 600 kg
Payload
470 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
265 - 625 HP
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Max Speed
210 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Torque
550 - 950 Nm
Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
195 - 460 kW
Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Audi
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