USA EV Comparison: Audi Q6 e-tron RWD Performance vs Mercedes EQE SUV 350+

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi Q6 e-tron Performance (2024-…) has a starting price of $63800, compared to the Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2023-…), which starts at $77900.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Even though the Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2023-…) has a larger battery, the Audi Q6 e-tron Performance (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

The Audi Q6 e-tron Performance (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2023-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Audi Q6 e-tron Performance (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 260 kW, while the Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2023-…) maxes out at 170 kW.

The Audi Q6 e-tron Performance (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2023-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

The Audi Q6 e-tron Performance (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

The Audi Q6 e-tron Performance (2024-…) and Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2023-…) are about the same size.

The Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Audi Q6 e-tron Performance (2024-…) features a larger trunk, but the Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2023-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi Q6 e-tron Performance (2024-…), but the Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2023-…) doesn’t have one.

The Audi Q6 e-tron Performance (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 4409 lb, whereas the Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.