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Mercedes-Benz E 350e
Sedan · Phev · FWD
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Audi A8 PHEV
Sedan · Electric · AWD
Mercedes-Benz E 350e
Car A
Mercedes-Benz E 350e
A premium plug-in hybrid that blends brisk performance with notable efficiency, the Mercedes-Benz E 350e suits commuters who can use its 54 km electric range. It’s comfortable for five and capable on road trips, but cargo space and winter confidence aren’t its strongest suits.
5 seatsSedanPhev5-star safety2.1 L/100kmPlug-in hybrid
Audi A8 PHEV
Car B
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
Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 60 / 61
City 40 / 48
Budget / value 56 / 47
Road trip 60 / 68
Performance 34 / 48
Cargo 22 / 22
Practical 48 / 48
Premium 62 / 70
Winter 30 / 70

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz E 350e · Orange = Audi A8 PHEV

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz E 350e Audi A8 PHEV
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz E 350e

  • Efficient for its class with 2.1 combined consumption and up to 54 km electric range
  • Strong, smooth acceleration: 286 hp, 550 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 5.9 s
  • Premium 5-seat car fit for daily commuting and longer drives
  • Plug-in flexibility suits city EV use and highway road trips

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

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz E 350e if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz E 350e uses 2.1 L/100km vs 2.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Audi A8 PHEV if…
All-wheel drive
Audi A8 PHEV's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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