Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC vs Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) has a starting price of €56424, compared to the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro (2022-…), which starts at €56950.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | Germany, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €56424 | €56950 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €38890 | €46880 |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…).
| Property | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 459 km | 539 km |
| Range (GCC) | 380 km | 439 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 69.7 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 66.5 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.5 kWh/100 km | 17.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.71 km/kWh | 5.7 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.6 | 7.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) maxes out at 112 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 112 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 6.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 215 kW | 210 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 288 hp | 282 hp |
| Motor Torque | 520 Nm | 679 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6 s | 6.6 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.5 | 4.9 |
Dimensions
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro (2022-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4463 mm | 4588 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2020 mm | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1834 mm | 1865 mm |
| Height | 1620 mm | 1614 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2729 mm | 2764 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro (2022-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro (2022-…).
| Property | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2100 kg | 2235 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 340 l | 535 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1320 l | 1460 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1200 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 6.5 |
