Global EV Comparison: Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance vs Mercedes EQS 450+

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) has a starting price of €75600, compared to the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…), which starts at €109551.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) is a Liftback, whereas the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) is a Sedan.

While the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…).

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the Mercedes EQS 450+ (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 rear-wheel drive.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…).

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (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 Performance (2024-…), but the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) doesn’t have one.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…).