Audi A8 L 60 TDI vs Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC

Audi A8 L 60 TDI

Sedan · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC

Sedan · Electric · AWD

Car A

Audi A8 L 60 TDI

A premium AWD diesel with strong torque and swift acceleration, the Audi A8 L 60 TDI is built for effortless long-distance travel. It blends 0–100 km/h in 4.4 s with a 7.0 L/100 km combined figure for efficiency in its class.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safetyAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC

A long-range, high-power electric AWD 5-seater, the EQS 580 4MATIC focuses on premium comfort and road-trip ease. It delivers serious performance and useful cargo space, but it won’t suit budget-first or city-focused buyers.

5 seatsSedanElectric5-star safety523 hpAWDElectric

Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilesimilar pricestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 63 / 57

City 30 / 26

Budget / value 39 / 5

Road trip 71 / 91

Performance 36 / 44

Cargo 28 / 34

Practical 44 / 25

Premium 67 / 76

Winter 70 / 70

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A8 L 60 TDI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A8 L 60 TDI Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC

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Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 60 TDI

Quick 0–100 km/h in 4.4 s and 600 Nm for confident overtakes
AWD traction adds confidence in winter and wet conditions
Efficient for its class at 7.0 L/100 km on the combined cycle
Five seats and a 505‑liter trunk suit road trips and growing families
High purchase price at 86,000 positions it firmly in the premium segment
Diesel-only powertrain with no hybrid or EV option
Less suited to cargo‑heavy hauling despite a usable trunk
Not the best match for frequent short city trips

Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC

770 km claimed range supports long-distance travel.
523 hp and 4.1 s 0–100 km/h enable effortless passing.
AWD traction is reassuring in winter conditions.
610 L cargo space and 5 seats work well for family trips.
Price of 103,300 targets luxury shoppers, not value seekers.
Combined consumption figure is not provided for easy efficiency comparison.
Two-row, five-seat layout only; no third-row option.
More capability than needed for short, urban commutes.

Verdict

Pick Audi A8 L 60 TDI if…

Lower entry price

Audi A8 L 60 TDI starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC puts out 523 hp vs 286 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 60 TDI

Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC

Verdict

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