CarDirectory
Browse all
Mercedes-Benz CLA 180
Suv · Gasoline
vs
Audi Q8 55 TFSI e
Suv · Hybrid · AWD
Mercedes-Benz CLA 180
Car A
Mercedes-Benz CLA 180
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 180 suits buyers prioritizing efficiency and sensible family-compact usability over performance. It offers good value in its segment with low fuel consumption and strong safety and reliability signals.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety
Audi Q8 55 TFSI e
Car B
Audi Q8 55 TFSI e
The Audi Q8 55 TFSI e balances strong V6 plug-in hybrid performance with efficient-for-its-class running and a usable 47 km electric range. Best for road trips and growing families wanting AWD confidence and a spacious 605-liter cargo area.
5 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety2.5 L/100km340 hpAWDHybrid
Why compared same body typesame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 69 / 67
City 50 / 34
Budget / value 65 / 32
Road trip 50 / 76
Performance 28 / 38
Cargo 28 / 42
Practical 53 / 49
Premium 45 / 67
Winter 36 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLA 180 · Orange = Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLA 180 Audi Q8 55 TFSI e
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz CLA 180

  • Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km
  • Good value in its segment at an indicated 35,000 price point
  • Five seats suit small-family and daily-use needs
  • Safety and reliability rank strongly in our signals

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

  • Quick 0-100 km/h in 5.4 s and AWD traction suit confident highway passing and winter travel
  • Efficient for its class: 2.5 L/100 km combined when charged, plus 47 km EV range for short trips
  • Generous 605-liter boot and five-seat layout work well for family gear and road trips
  • Strong 340 hp and 500 Nm V6 hybrid provides brisk performance

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLA 180 if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz CLA 180 starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Audi Q8 55 TFSI e if…
All-wheel drive
Audi Q8 55 TFSI e's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

Related comparisons

Something cheaper?
Mercedes-Benz A 220
same body type
Something cheaper?
Mercedes-Benz GLB 200
same body type
Something cheaper?
BMW X1 sDrive20i
same body type
Try a plug-in hybrid?
Mercedes-Benz GLE 300de
better value
Something faster?
BMW X5 xDrive45e
same body type
Something faster?
Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid
comparison pick