Audi Q8 50 TDI vs Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de

Audi Q8 50 TDI

Suv · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de

Suv · Phev

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 GLE 300de

With a long electric range and very low stated fuel use, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de fits road trips and growing-family duties. It mixes brisk acceleration with five-seat practicality at a premium price point.

5 seatsSuvPhev5-star safety1.1 L/100kmPlug-in hybrid

Why compared better on fuelcomparison picksame body typesame seatssimilar pricestep-up price

Usage fit

Family 67 / 65

City 30 / 36

Budget / value 32 / 38

Road trip 76 / 65

Performance 37 / 22

Cargo 42 / 38

Practical 44 / 48

Premium 62 / 61

Winter 80 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi Q8 50 TDI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi Q8 50 TDI Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de

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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 GLE 300de

Long electric-only range (100 km) and 1.1 combined consumption make it efficient for its class
31.2 kWh battery supports meaningful EV driving between charges
550-liter cargo space and five seats suit road trips and growing families
0–100 km/h in 5.9 s enables easy highway merges and passes
Premium pricing at 70,250
Seats five only; no third row for larger families
Not aimed at performance driving despite the quick sprint
Oriented more to road trips than dense city driving

Verdict

Pick Audi Q8 50 TDI if…

Lower entry price

Audi Q8 50 TDI starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de 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 GLE 300de

Verdict

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