2024 Audi Q8 e-tron vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron

2024 Audi
Q8 e-tron

MSRP*: $74,400
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53

2024 Mercedes-Benz
AMG GLE 53

MSRP*: $86,750 to $89,800
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MPG - City Info not available 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 22 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 56.4 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 355-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 429-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 hp 429 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 193.0 in 194.4 - 195.3 in
Exterior Width 76.2 in 79.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 40.2 - 40.5 in
Rear 36.9 - 37.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Audi Q8 e-tron offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, with comparable head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Audi Q8 e-tron.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Audi Q8 e-tron will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q8 e-tron is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Audi Q8 e-tron takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Handling
The Audi Q8 e-tron has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Audi Q8 e-tron has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Powertrain
The Audi Q8 e-tron has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Audi Q8 e-tron has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, making the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Audi Q8 e-tron has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.