2024 Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback

2024 Audi
Q8 e-tron Sportback

MSRP*: $77,800
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 350e

MSRP*: $59,900
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 54.5 ft3 56.3 ft3
Engine
  • 355-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 313-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 hp 313 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 4,409 lbs
Exterior Length 193.0 in 185.7 in
Exterior Width 76.2 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 39.1 in
Info not available
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.9 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 39.6 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e. The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e.

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). The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback is about the same width as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e.

Handling
The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback has a larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback and the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback as you will in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e.