Audi Q9 e-tron Prestige 2025 vs Mercedes-AMG EV SUV

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thumb image Audi Q9 e-tron Prestige 2025 US$ 100,000
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thumb image Mercedes-AMG EV SUV US$ 97,400

BASIC INFO

Brand Audi Mercedes-AMG
Model Q9 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 SQ9 e-tron AMG EQE 43; AMG EQE 53 4MATIC+ (Dynamic Plus option available)
Release Date September 2025 2024 (available since 2024 model year)
Status Coming Soon In production / on sale (U.S. order availability paused in some cases post-Sept 2025)
Made In Germany Manufactured in Mercedes-Benz global facilities (market-dependent)
Body Type SUV SUV / crossover (wagon-like)
Vehicle Warranty 4 yr/50,000 miles Standard Mercedes warranty (varies by market); electrical components / HV battery: 8 years / 100,000 miles
Colors Standard: Black, White, Silver Optional: Blue, Green, Red Multiple factory color options (market dependent)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual Permanent-Magnet AC Dual electric motors (permanent-magnet synchronous; AMG dual-motor AWD)
Horsepower 400 hp 617 hp (varies by market/boost mode)
Torque 450 lb-ft 701 lb-ft (950 Nm) nominal
Acceleration 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds EQE 53 ~3.1 s (manufacturer/test figures vary)
Top Speed 130 mph 149 mph (240 km/h) with AMG performance options
Range 320 miles 282 miles (454 km NEDC) for AMG EQE SUV
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive (AWD) AMG Performance AWD (4MATIC+)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (800V) Liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery (400 V architecture)
Battery Capacity 100 kWh 90.6 kWh usable
Power Consumption 2.6 mi/kWh 23.0–25.6 kWh/100 km (claimed/test values)
Battery Warranty 8 yr / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles (electrical components / HV battery)
Home Charging Speed 9.5 hrs (10-100%) AC onboard charger up to 9.6–11 kW
Supercharging Speed Up to 270 kW N/A (Mercedes uses CCS/DC fast networks)
DC Fast Charging Speed (10-80%) in 25 min Up to 170 kW peak (manufacturer-stated)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 30-35 miles TBD (depends on charger kW
Charging Time 9.5–10 hrs (10-100%) TBD (typical 10–80% depends on charger
Charging Connector Type CCS Combo (SAE J1772 for AC) CCS (North America/Europe standard)
Home Charging Options Included: 11.5 kW Audi Charger - Optional: 19.2 kW (with upgraded home wiring) Wallbox / public AC chargers
Onboard Charger Power 11.5 kW 9.6 kW (source lists 9.6 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 201 in (5,105 mm 192.1 in (~4,880 mm)
Width 87 in (2,210 mm) 76.4 in (~1,940 mm)
Height 68 in (1,725 mm) 65.8 in (~1,672 mm)
Wheelbase 122 in (3,100 mm) 119.3 in (~3,030 mm)

WHEEL AND TIRES

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

SAFETY FEATURES

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