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Mercedes EQS SUV vs Audi Q8 comparison

Compare performance (658 HP vs 640 HP), boot space and price (95,000 £ vs 77,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS SUV or Audi Q8?

Mercedes EQS SUV vs Audi Q8: Key differences

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • only slightly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Audi Q8

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  • markedly cheaper
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 is markedly cheaper – starting at 77,300 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,658 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers significantly more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 615 km more than the Audi Q8.

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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 Mercedes EQS SUV offers only slightly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 640 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Mercedes EQS SUV takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers slightly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

EQS SUV

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 terms of curb weight, Audi Q8 is clearly lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 520 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers very slightly more boot space – 645 L compared to 605 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries moderately more – 665 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV holds a decisive overall lead 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 £95,000
EQS SUV

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 360 - 658 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 615 - 695 km
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Mercedes EQS SUV

The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Electric Range
80 km
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
88 - 297 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Length
5,125 mm
Length
-
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 570 kg
Payload
620 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Audi
What drive types are available for the Mercedes EQS SUV?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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