Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron Prestige 2025 vs Mercedes-AMG EV SUV

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thumb image Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron Prestige 2025 US$ 89,000
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thumb image Mercedes-AMG EV SUV US$ 97,400

BASIC INFO

Brand Audi Mercedes-AMG
Model Q8 Sportback e-tron Prestige 2025 AMG EQE SUV (EQE 43 / EQE 53 4MATIC+)
Vehicle Type Electric All-electric performance midsize SUV (4-door)
Trims Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, and SQ8 Sportback e-tron AMG EQE 43; AMG EQE 53 4MATIC+ (Dynamic Plus option available)
Release Date August 2024 2024 (available since 2024 model year)
Status Available In production / on sale (U.S. order availability paused in some cases post-Sept 2025)
Made In Brussels, Belgium Manufactured in Mercedes-Benz global facilities (market-dependent)
Body Type SUV SUV / crossover (wagon-like)
Vehicle Warranty 4 years/50,000 miles Standard Mercedes warranty (varies by market); electrical components / HV battery: 8 years / 100,000 miles
Colors Mythos Black Metallic, Daytona Gray Pearl, Glacier White Metallic, Ultra Blue Metallic, Florett Silver Metallic, Quantum Gray (SQ8 exclusive), and Optional: Custom Audi Exclusive colors (extra cost) Multiple factory color options (market dependent)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual permanent-magnet synchronous motors Dual electric motors (permanent-magnet synchronous; AMG dual-motor AWD)
Horsepower 402 hp (Boost Mode: 469 hp) 617 hp (varies by market/boost mode)
Torque 490 lb-ft 701 lb-ft (950 Nm) nominal
Acceleration 0-60 mph in 5.4 seconds EQE 53 ~3.1 s (manufacturer/test figures vary)
Top Speed 124 mph 149 mph (240 km/h) with AMG performance options
Range 285-300 miles 282 miles (454 km NEDC) for AMG EQE SUV
Drivetrain Quattro All Wheel Drive (AWD) AMG Performance AWD (4MATIC+)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled) Liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery (400 V architecture)
Battery Capacity 106 kWh (gross) / 94 kWh (usable) 90.6 kWh usable
Power Consumption 38-42 kWh/100 miles 23.0–25.6 kWh/100 km (claimed/test values)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles (electrical components / HV battery)
Home Charging Speed 9 hours (0-100%) AC onboard charger up to 9.6–11 kW
Supercharging Speed Up to 170 kW (10-80% in 30 mins) N/A (Mercedes uses CCS/DC fast networks)
DC Fast Charging Speed 150 kW Up to 170 kW peak (manufacturer-stated)
Miles of Range added Per Hour Level 2 (240V, 48A, 11 kW): 25-30 miles/hour TBD (depends on charger kW
Charging Time Level 2 (11 kW, 240V, 48A): 9 hours TBD (typical 10–80% depends on charger
Charging Connector Type AC Charging (Home/Public L2): J1772 (North America) / Type 2 (Mennekes) (Europe) - DC Fast Charging: CCS Combo (SAE J1772 + DC pins) - Included Cable: Audi provides a dual-ended J1772 (Level 1/Level 2) cable. CCS (North America/Europe standard)
Home Charging Options Included Equipment: Audi provides a portable 120V/240V Level 1/2 cable - Audi Connected Charger (9.6 kW, 40A) - and also have a Third-Party Options Wallbox / public AC chargers
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW 9.6 kW (source lists 9.6 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 193.5 inches (4,915 mm) 192.1 in (~4,880 mm)
Width 86.6 inches (2,200 mm) 76.4 in (~1,940 mm)
Height 63.5 inches (1,613 mm) 65.8 in (~1,672 mm)
Wheelbase 115.3 inches (2,929 mm) 119.3 in (~3,030 mm)

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