Audi Q8 50 TDI vs Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d

Audi Q8 50 TDI

Suv · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d

Suv · Diesel

Car A

Audi Q8 50 TDI

The Audi Q8 50 TDI blends strong diesel torque with AWD and efficient cruising, making it well suited to road trips and growing families. Practical space and brisk performance stand out, though it’s priced as a premium choice.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety286 hpAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d

The Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d prioritizes efficiency and steady performance while offering enough space for family life. It suits growing families and frequent road-trippers who value low consumption over outright speed.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety4.4 L/100km

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 67 / 62

City 30 / 50

Budget / value 32 / 47

Road trip 76 / 52

Performance 37 / 29

Cargo 42 / 33

Practical 44 / 44

Premium 62 / 48

Winter 80 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi Q8 50 TDI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi Q8 50 TDI Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Audi Q8 50 TDI

Efficient for its class (7.1 L/100 km combined) for long-distance driving
AWD traction adds confidence in winter and mixed conditions
286 hp and 600 Nm deliver 0–100 km/h in 6.3 s for easy overtakes
605-liter trunk and five seats handle family luggage and gear
Less suited to constant city driving; shines more on highways
Diesel powertrain won’t appeal to buyers avoiding diesel
Only five seats—no third row for larger families
Premium pricing (67,900) won’t fit budget-focused shoppers

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d

Efficient for its class, with combined consumption of 4.4 L/100 km
Signals a strong standing for safety
400 Nm torque helps confident highway passing and relaxed cruising
Five seats and a 460 L trunk fit growing families and road trips
Not aimed at performance driving; 0–100 km/h in 7.9 s
Cargo-heavy use may outgrow the 460 L trunk
Around 45k; consider if this fits your budget
Drive type not listed; confirm if you need AWD

Verdict

Pick Audi Q8 50 TDI if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Audi Q8 50 TDI is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi Q8 50 TDI

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d

Verdict

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