Audi Q8 55 TFSI e vs Mercedes-Benz GLE 580

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

Suv · Hybrid · AWD

Mercedes-Benz GLE 580

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

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/100kmAWDHybrid

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLE 580

A powerful, premium five‑seater built for road trips, with standout acceleration and generous cargo space. Expect higher fuel use and a price that reflects its performance focus.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety504 hp

Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilesimilar pricestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 67 / 75

City 34 / 19

Budget / value 32 / 19

Road trip 76 / 76

Performance 38 / 37

Cargo 42 / 54

Practical 49 / 42

Premium 67 / 69

Winter 80 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi Q8 55 TFSI e · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLE 580

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi Q8 55 TFSI e Mercedes-Benz GLE 580

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Pros & cons

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
Premium pricing at 83,900
47 km electric-only range may not cover longer daily commutes
Best efficiency requires regular charging
Seats five only, so not ideal if you need three rows

Mercedes-Benz GLE 580

Explosive V8 performance (504 hp, 0–100 km/h in 4.1 s)
Large 825 L cargo area suits long journeys
Seats 5 with room for growing families
Ranks strongly for safety in this set
High fuel consumption at 12.5 L/100 km combined
Premium price point around 77,600
Less suited to tight city driving
Five-seat layout may not fit larger households

Verdict

Pick Audi Q8 55 TFSI e if…

Best fuel economy

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e uses 2.5 L/100km vs 12.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 puts out 504 hp vs 340 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

Mercedes-Benz GLE 580

Verdict

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