USA EV Comparison: Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro vs Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) has a starting price of $67900, compared to the Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…), which starts at $85900.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) is a Liftback, whereas the Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) is a Sedan.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…).

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) maxes out at 170 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 9.6 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Both cars deliver the same 0-60 mph acceleration time, but the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) boasts greater motor power.

The Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…).

The Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (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 quattro (2024-…), but the Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) doesn’t have one.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 4630 lb, whereas the Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.