Audi A8 PHEV vs Mercedes-Benz E 300e

Audi A8 PHEV

Sedan · Electric · AWD

Mercedes-Benz E 300e

Sedan · Phev · FWD

Car A

Audi A8 PHEV

A premium AWD plug-in hybrid that balances very low combined consumption with strong power, the Audi A8 PHEV suits drivers who mix electric short trips with longer journeys. It’s capable and efficient for road trips, though cargo space and EV range are modest.

5 seatsSedanElectric5-star safety462 hpAWDElectric

Car B

Mercedes-Benz E 300e

The Mercedes-Benz E 300e blends plug-in efficiency with brisk performance for premium buyers who split time between city commutes and longer trips. Five seats make it family-capable, though the 355-liter trunk and FWD setup temper cargo space and winter confidence.

5 seatsSedanPhev5-star safety1.5 L/100kmPlug-in hybrid

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Usage fit

Family 61 / 49

City 48 / 40

Budget / value 47 / 40

Road trip 68 / 59

Performance 48 / 34

Cargo 22 / 19

Practical 48 / 34

Premium 70 / 62

Winter 70 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A8 PHEV · Orange = Mercedes-Benz E 300e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A8 PHEV Mercedes-Benz E 300e

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Pros & cons

Audi A8 PHEV

Very low combined consumption with a 46 km electric range for daily short trips
Strong performance: 462 hp, 700 Nm, and 0–100 km/h in 5.6 s
AWD traction adds confidence for winter and varied road conditions
Ranks highly for safety within its class
405-liter trunk limits flexibility for cargo-heavy travel
46 km EV range may be too short if you want mostly electric commuting
Needs regular charging to realize PHEV efficiency benefits
Price of 86,000 puts it beyond budget-focused shopping

Mercedes-Benz E 300e

Efficient for its class with 1.5 L/100km combined consumption and ~50 km electric range when charged
314 hp, 550 Nm, and 0–100 km/h in 5.7 s provide strong passing power
Plug-in hybrid flexibility: electric in town, gasoline support for road trips
Five seats suit upscale family duty
50 km electric range may be too short for longer gas-free commutes
355-liter trunk limits luggage for family road trips
Front-wheel drive may be less confidence-inspiring in harsh winter conditions
Benefits drop if you can’t charge regularly, reducing the appeal of the 1.5 L/100km rating

Verdict

Pick Audi A8 PHEV if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Audi A8 PHEV is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz E 300e if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz E 300e is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A8 PHEV

Mercedes-Benz E 300e

Verdict

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