Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance vs Mercedes EQS 450+

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General Info

Both vehicles are currently in production. The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) has a starting price of $104400, while the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) is not sold in the United States.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) is a Liftback, whereas the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) is a Sedan.

Property Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance Mercedes EQS 450+
Years of Production 2024-… 2024-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture Germany Germany, India
Body Style Liftback Sedan
Market Availability EU EU, USA
Price USA (New) - Price USA (New) $104400
Price USA (Used) - Price USA (Used) $65590
GCC Score 7.6 6.9

Range and Efficiency

Even though the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Property Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance Mercedes EQS 450+
Range (EPA) - Range (EPA) 352 mi
Range (WLTP) 470 mi 510 mi
Range (GCC) 388 mi 383 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 100 kWh 125 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 94.9 kWh 118 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 24.5 kWh/100 mi 30.8 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 4.09 mi/kWh 3.25 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 9.9 8.7

Charging

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) maxes out at 200 kW.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.

Property Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance Mercedes EQS 450+
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 9.6 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 270 kW 200 kW
Architecture 800 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 1
Charging Score 8.4 7.1

Performance

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance Mercedes EQS 450+
Drive Type RWD RWD
Motor Type 1 motor: PMSM 1 motor: PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 280 kW 265 kW
Motor Power (hp) 375 hp 355 hp
Motor Torque 417 lb-ft 419 lb-ft
0-60 mph 5.2 s 5.9 s
Top Speed 130 mph 130 mph
Performance Score 5.5 5.4

Dimensions

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…).

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance Mercedes EQS 450+
Length 194 in 205.6 in
Width (with Mirrors) 84.1 in 83.7 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 75.7 in 75.8 in
Height 57.3 in 59.8 in
Wheelbase 116.1 in 126.4 in

Cargo and Towing

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…), but the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) doesn’t have one.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 4630 lb, whereas the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance Mercedes EQS 450+
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 4960 lb 5500 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 17.7 ft3 21.9 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 47 ft3 60 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 1 ft3 - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity 4630 lb - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 5.7 6.4
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