Audi e-tron GT S vs Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+

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General Info

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi e-tron GT S (2024-…) has a starting price of $125500, compared to the Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…), which starts at $147550.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.

Property Audi e-tron GT S Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+
Years of Production 2024-… 2024-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture Germany Germany, India
Body Style Sedan Sedan
Market Availability EU, USA EU, USA
Price USA (New) $125500 $147550
Price USA (Used) $76995 $90295
GCC Score 6.9 7.1

Range and Efficiency

Even though the Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Audi e-tron GT S (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Property Audi e-tron GT S Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+
Range (EPA) 300 mi 305 mi
Range (WLTP) 378 mi 389 mi
Range (GCC) 308 mi 306 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 105 kWh 125 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 97 kWh 118 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 31.5 kWh/100 mi 38.6 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.18 mi/kWh 2.59 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 7.6 6.2

Charging

The Audi e-tron GT S (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Audi e-tron GT S (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 320 kW, while the Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) maxes out at 200 kW.

The Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 19.2 kW, whereas the Audi e-tron GT S (2024-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.

Property Audi e-tron GT S Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+
Max Charging Power (AC) 9.6 kW 19.2 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 320 kW 200 kW
Architecture 800 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 1 CCS Type 1
Charging Score 8.2 8.6

Performance

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Although the Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) has more power, the Audi e-tron GT S (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

Property Audi e-tron GT S Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+
Drive Type AWD AWD
Motor Type PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) PMSM (front), PMSM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 500 kW 560 kW
Motor Power (hp) 671 hp 751 hp
Motor Torque 546 lb-ft 752 lb-ft
0-60 mph 3.2 s 3.3 s
Top Speed 152 mph 155 mph
Performance Score 7.2 7.7

Dimensions

The Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Audi e-tron GT S (2024-…).

The Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Audi e-tron GT S Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+
Length 197 in 205.6 in
Width (with Mirrors) 85 in 83.7 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 77.3 in 75.8 in
Height 54.9 in 59.8 in
Wheelbase 114.2 in 126.4 in

Cargo and Towing

The Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (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 e-tron GT S (2024-…), but the Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) doesn’t have one.

Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Audi e-tron GT S Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+
Number of Seats 4 5
Curb Weight 5258 lb 5864 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 14.3 ft3 21.9 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 14.3 ft3 60 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 2.7 ft3 - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 5.1 6.4
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