Audi Q8 50 TDI vs Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

Audi Q8 50 TDI

Suv · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

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 safety7.1 L/100kmAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

The Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d blends efficient long-distance diesel cruising with strong performance and generous cargo space for family travel. It’s a premium choice that shines on road trips more than in stop‑start city life.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety330 hp

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 67 / 68

City 30 / 28

Budget / value 32 / 28

Road trip 76 / 68

Performance 37 / 29

Cargo 42 / 43

Practical 44 / 44

Premium 62 / 65

Winter 80 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi Q8 50 TDI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi Q8 50 TDI Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

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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 400d

Efficient for its class on long trips (7.3 L/100 km combined).
700 Nm torque and 5.7 s 0–100 km/h make overtakes and merging easy.
630 L trunk and five seats suit growing families and luggage-heavy journeys.
Strong safety standing in its class.
Less suited to dense city driving and short commutes.
Premium pricing around 75,000 won’t fit cost-focused buyers.
Diesel powertrain won’t satisfy shoppers seeking hybrid or electric options.
Only five seats; no third row for larger families.

Verdict

Pick Audi Q8 50 TDI if…

Best fuel economy

Audi Q8 50 TDI uses 7.1 L/100km vs 7.3 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d puts out 330 hp vs 286 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi Q8 50 TDI

Mercedes-Benz GLE 400d

Verdict

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