Global EV Comparison: Audi e-tron GT quattro vs Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi e-tron GT quattro (2025-…) has a starting price of €108900, compared to the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2024-…), which starts at €141705.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.

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-…).

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 11 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The Audi e-tron GT quattro (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

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.

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.

The Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1700 kg, whereas the Audi e-tron GT quattro (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.