Global EV Comparison: Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro vs Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) has a starting price of €89550, compared to the Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2023-…), which starts at €124545.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €89550 | €124545 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €66445 | €99990 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 7.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…).
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 476 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 600 km | 673 km |
| Range (GCC) | 467 km | 553 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 114 kWh | 125 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 106 kWh | 118 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22.7 kWh/100 km | 21.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.41 km/kWh | 4.69 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 7.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) maxes out at 170 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 170 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.8 | 7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 330 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 443 hp |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm | 828 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 s | 5.3 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.6 | 6.2 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2023-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…).
The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4915 mm | 5125 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2157 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1937 mm | 1959 mm |
| Height | 1619 mm | 1718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2928 mm | 3210 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2023-…) 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 Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…), but the Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1800 kg).
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2585 kg | 2840 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 528 l | 645 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1567 l | 2100 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 62 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.5 | 8.4 |
