Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC vs Audi Q4 e-tron 40
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) for as low as €32890, while the Audi Q4 e-tron 40 (2021-2024) begins at €28278.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC | Audi Q4 e-tron 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2019-2023 | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | Germany, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €32890 | €28278 |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 6.2 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) has a larger battery, the Audi Q4 e-tron 40 (2021-2024) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC | Audi Q4 e-tron 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 426 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 432 km | 523 km |
| Range (GCC) | 364 km | 417 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 85 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 80 kWh | 76.6 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22 kWh/100 km | 18.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.55 km/kWh | 5.44 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5 | 6.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi Q4 e-tron 40 (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 143 kW, while the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) 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 EQC 400 4MATIC | Audi Q4 e-tron 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 112 kW | 143 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.8 | 6.4 |
Performance
The Audi Q4 e-tron 40 (2021-2024) is rear-wheel drive, while the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC | Audi Q4 e-tron 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 760 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 s | 8.5 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.7 | 3.3 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Audi Q4 e-tron 40 (2021-2024).
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC | Audi Q4 e-tron 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4762 mm | 4588 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2096 mm | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1884 mm | 1865 mm |
| Height | 1624 mm | 1632 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2873 mm | 2764 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi Q4 e-tron 40 (2021-2024) 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 EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi Q4 e-tron 40 (2021-2024).
| Property | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC | Audi Q4 e-tron 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2495 kg | 2125 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 500 l | 520 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1460 l | 1490 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 6.7 |
