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Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e
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Audi Q8 55 TFSI e
Suv · Hybrid · AWD
Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e
Car A
Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e
A 5-seat plug-in hybrid that blends efficient commuting with family-ready practicality, offering up to 100 km electric range and a 500 L trunk. Strong efficiency and solid safety standing make it a capable choice for growing families and road trips.
5 seatsSuvPhev5-star safety2.1 L/100kmPlug-in hybrid
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 safety340 hpAWDHybrid
Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 64 / 67
City 50 / 34
Budget / value 44 / 32
Road trip 56 / 76
Performance 30 / 38
Cargo 36 / 42
Practical 46 / 49
Premium 54 / 67
Winter 36 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e · Orange = Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e Audi Q8 55 TFSI e
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e

  • Up to 100 km electric range with hybrid backup suits mixed driving
  • Very low combined consumption of 2.1 is efficient for its class
  • Five seats and 500 L trunk work well for growing families and road trips
  • Strong safety standing within its class per rankings

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 GLC 300e if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e uses 2.1 L/100km vs 2.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
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.

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