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Mercedes GLC EQ vs Audi Q8 e-tron comparison

Compare performance (489 HP vs 503 HP), boot space and price (61,100 £ vs 65,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC EQ or Audi Q8 e-tron?

Mercedes GLC EQ vs Audi Q8 e-tron: Key differences

Mercedes GLC EQ

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Audi Q8 e-tron

  • marginally more power
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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

GLC EQ

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 GLC EQ is barely cheaper – starting at 61,100 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,959 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes GLC EQ is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 4.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC EQ offers slightly more range – reaching up to 714 km, about 119 km more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.

Q8 e-tron

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 Audi Q8 e-tron offers marginally more power – delivering 503 HP compared to 489 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC EQ is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Audi Q8 e-tron takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers a bit more torque with 973 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 173 Nm more.

GLC EQ

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, Mercedes GLC EQ is barely lighter – 2,535 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC EQ offers only slightly more boot space – 570 L compared to 569 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries moderately more – 595 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLC EQ comes out modestly 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.

from £61,100
GLC EQ

Mercedes GLC EQ

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 489 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 645 - 714 km
Mercedes GLC EQ
Audi Q8 e-tron

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Mercedes GLC EQ

The Mercedes GLC EQ brings an electrified touch to Mercedes’ compact luxury SUV line, combining a quiet, refined ride with the comfort and polish you expect from the brand. It’s a smart choice for buyers who want premium materials and everyday practicality while reducing fuel use, though it leans more toward comfort than sporty handling.

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Audi Q8 e-tron

The 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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Mercedes GLC EQ
Audi Q8 e-tron

Costs and Consumption

Price
61,100 - 70,600 £
Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
645 - 714 km
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,535 kg
Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Length
-
Length
4,915 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Height
-
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Payload
505 kg
Payload
515 - 595 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
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
489 HP
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
800 Nm
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Audi
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