Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ vs Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 5.6 s Runner-up: 6.4 s
Range winner Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ 590 km Runner-up: 498 km
Power winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 408 hp Runner-up: 292 hp
Cargo winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 569 L Runner-up: 520 L
Price winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro $75,200 Runner-up: $78,650

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ against the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.6 seconds, compared with 6.4 seconds for 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the higher listed output at 408 hp; 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ is rated at 292 hp, a difference of 116 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro at 664 Nm and 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ at 565 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ carries the longer listed range at 590 km, against 498 km for 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro. 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ has the lower recorded consumption at 16.3 kWh/100km; 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is listed at 19.8 kWh/100km. Both list the same maximum DC charging power of 170 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 569 litres versus 520 litres, a difference of 49 litres. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ is listed at 1,800 kg. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is 52 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the lower listed starting price at $75,200, compared with $78,650 for 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+2025 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro2026
Performance
0-100 km/h6.4 s5.6 s
Top Speed210 km/h200 km/h
Power292 hp408 hp
Torque565 Nm664 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range590 km498 km
Battery96 kWh106 kWh
Efficiency16.3 kWh/100km19.8 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging170 kW170 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,863 mm4,915 mm
Ground Clearance168 mm172 mm
Cargo520 L569 L
Curb Weight2,590 kg2,595 kg
Towing1,800 kg2,500 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.3 m12.2 m
Starting MSRP$78,650$75,200

Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ vs Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.6 seconds, versus 6.4 seconds for 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ has the higher listed top speed at 210 km/h (130 mph), compared with 200 km/h (124 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has more power at 408 hp, a 116 hp advantage over 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+.

Which has more range, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ has the longer listed range at 590 km (367 miles), versus 498 km (309 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the larger listed battery at 106.0 kWh, compared with 96.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has more listed cargo space at 569 litres (20.1 cu ft), versus 520 litres (18.4 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,500 kg (5,512 lb), compared with 1,800 kg (3,968 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is heavier at 2,595 kg (5,721 lb), while 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ is listed at 2,590 kg (5,710 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $75,200 USD, compared with $78,650 USD for 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.