Mercedes-Benz GLE 53 AMG vs Audi Q8 55 TFSI

Mercedes-Benz GLE 53 AMG

Suv · Gasoline

Audi Q8 55 TFSI

Suv · Gasoline · AWD

Car A

Mercedes-Benz GLE 53 AMG

The Mercedes-Benz GLE 53 AMG combines strong performance with a roomy 5-seat interior and a large 625-liter cargo area, making it well suited to road trips and growing families. Its premium pricing and 10.5 L/100 km consumption make it less appealing for city-heavy, budget-conscious use.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety435 hp

Car B

Audi Q8 55 TFSI

A premium 5-seat AWD with strong V6 power, the Audi Q8 55 TFSI shines on road trips thanks to generous cargo space and confident performance. It’s less compelling for dense city driving or buyers seeking track-focused dynamics.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety9.1 L/100kmAWD

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 68 / 76

City 23 / 26

Budget / value 23 / 43

Road trip 71 / 76

Performance 36 / 38

Cargo 43 / 42

Practical 40 / 53

Premium 67 / 63

Winter 40 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLE 53 AMG · Orange = Audi Q8 55 TFSI

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLE 53 AMG Audi Q8 55 TFSI

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

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