USA EV Comparison: Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S vs Mercedes EQE SUV 300
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) has a starting price of $92600, while the Mercedes EQE SUV 300 (2023-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | USA, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price USA (New) | $92600 | - Price USA (New) |
| Price USA (Used) | $67950 | - Price USA (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) has a larger battery, the Mercedes EQE SUV 300 (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 253 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 293 mi | 365 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 242 mi | 295 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 114 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 106 kWh | 90.6 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 43.8 kWh/100 mi | 30.7 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.28 mi/kWh | 3.26 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4 | 7.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 170 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 9.6 kW.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 9.6 kW | 9.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 170 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.8 | 6.6 |
Performance
The Mercedes EQE SUV 300 (2023-…) is rear-wheel drive, while the Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), 2 IM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 370 kW | 180 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 496 hp | 241 hp |
| Motor Torque | 718 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.2 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 130 mph |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 4.7 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQE SUV 300 (2023-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…).
The Mercedes EQE SUV 300 (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 193.5 in | 191.5 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 86.2 in | 84.3 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 77.8 in | 76.4 in |
| Height | 63.7 in | 66.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.3 in | 119.3 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Mercedes EQE SUV 300 (2023-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…), but the Mercedes EQE SUV 300 (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 3300 lb, whereas the Mercedes EQE SUV 300 (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | Mercedes EQE SUV 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 6118 lb | - Curb Weight |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 18.6 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 55.3 ft3 | 59.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 2.2 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 3300 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.5 | 7.7 |
