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Mercedes-Benz S 350 d
Suv · Gasoline
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Audi Q8 55 TFSI e
Suv · Hybrid · AWD
Mercedes-Benz S 350 d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz S 350 d
The Mercedes-Benz S 350 d leans into reliability, safety, and premium comfort for growing families and road trips. Its torquey diesel is quick and efficient, while tight-city use and hard performance driving aren’t its focus.
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 cross branddifferent powertrainsame body typesame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 75 / 67
City 25 / 34
Budget / value 39 / 32
Road trip 65 / 76
Performance 27 / 38
Cargo 36 / 42
Practical 56 / 49
Premium 69 / 67
Winter 40 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz S 350 d · Orange = Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz S 350 d Audi Q8 55 TFSI e
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz S 350 d

  • Premium comfort focus makes long journeys relaxing
  • Efficient for its class at 7 L/100 km
  • Effortless passing from 600 Nm diesel torque
  • Five seats and a 500 L trunk suit family duty

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 S 350 d if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz S 350 d is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your 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.

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