USA EV Comparison: Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC vs Audi e-tron GT quattro
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2024-…) has a starting price of $127350, while the Audi e-tron GT quattro (2025-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC | Audi e-tron GT quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, India | Germany |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price USA (New) | $127350 | - Price USA (New) |
| Price USA (Used) | $80215 | - Price USA (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7 | 7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Audi e-tron GT quattro (2025-…).
| Property | Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC | Audi e-tron GT quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 371 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 491 mi | 386 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 378 mi | 325 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 125 kWh | 105 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 118 kWh | 97 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 31.2 kWh/100 mi | 29.8 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.2 mi/kWh | 3.35 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.5 | 8.1 |
Charging
The Audi e-tron GT quattro (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Audi e-tron GT quattro (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 320 kW, while the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2024-…) maxes out at 200 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 9.6 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC | Audi e-tron GT quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 9.6 kW | 9.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 320 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 7 | 8.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Audi e-tron GT quattro (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC | Audi e-tron GT quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 400 kW | 430 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 536 hp | 577 hp |
| Motor Torque | 633 lb-ft | 461 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.1 s | 3.8 s |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 152 mph |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 6.6 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Audi e-tron GT quattro (2025-…).
The Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC | Audi e-tron GT quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 205.6 in | 197 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 83.7 in | 85 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 75.8 in | 77.3 in |
| Height | 59.8 in | 54.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 126.4 in | 114.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQS 580 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 quattro (2025-…), but the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC | Audi e-tron GT quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 5765 lb | 5192 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 21.9 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 60 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 2.7 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 5.1 |
