Audi Q8 vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Should you buy Audi Q8 or Mercedes-Benz E-Class? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Audi Q8 price starts at Rs 1.17 Cr ex-showroom for Quattro (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz E-Class price starts Rs 78.50 Lakh ex-showroom for E 200 (Petrol). Q8 has 2995 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while E-Class has 2999 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Q8 has a mileage of 10 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the E-Class has a mileage of 15 kmpl (Petrol top model).
Q8 Vs E-Class
| Key Highlights | Audi Q8 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.1,35,23,682* | Rs.1,06,53,425* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 2995 | 2999 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Audi Q8 vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class comparison
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- Mercedes-Benz E-Class
- E 220d (Diesel) 81.50 Lakh*
- Top SellingE 200 (Petrol) 78.50 Lakh*
- E 450 (Petrol) 92.50 Lakh*
Rs92.50 Lakh *VS - Defender
- 3.0 l Diesel 90 X-Dynamic HSE (Diesel) 1.28 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 110 X-Dynamic HSE (Diesel) 1.35 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 110 Sedona Edition (Diesel) 1.42 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 110 X (Diesel) 1.45 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 130 X-Dynamic HSE (Diesel) 1.49 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 130 X (Diesel) 1.59 Cr*
- Top Selling2.0 l Petrol 110 X-Dynamic HSE (Petrol) 1.05 Cr*
- 5.0 l V8 Petrol 110 X-Dynamic HSE (Petrol) 1.49 Cr*
- 5.0 l V8 Petrol 90 X (Petrol) 1.52 Cr*
- 5.0 l V8 Petrol 110 X (Petrol) 1.59 Cr*
- 2.0 l Petrol 110 PHEV Sedona Red Edition (Petrol) 1.60 Cr*
- 5.0 l V8 Petrol 130 X-Dynamic HSE (Petrol) 1.65 Cr*
- 5.0 l V8 Petrol 130 X (Petrol) 1.75 Cr*
- 5.0 l V8 Petrol 110 V8 (Petrol) 1.79 Cr*
- 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA (Petrol) 2.59 Cr*
- 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA Edition One (Petrol) 2.79 Cr*
Rs1.05 Cr *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.1,35,23,682* | Rs.1,06,53,425* | Rs.1,20,89,128* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.2,57,416/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.2,02,783/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.2,30,101/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.4,82,292 | Rs.3,85,925 | Rs.4,34,128 |
| User Rating | Based on 4 Reviews | Based on 10 Reviews | Based on 274 Reviews |
| Brochure | Brochure not available |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines ✕ | V6 | - | 2.0 Litre P300 Petrol Engine |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 2995 | 2999 | 1997 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. ✕ | 66 Cylinder Cars | 66 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better. ✕ | 335bhp@5200 - 6400rpm | 375bhp@5800-6100rpm | 296.3bhp@5500rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage Highway (kmpl) | 10 | 12 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | - | 66 | 90 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. ✕ | - | - | Double wishbone suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. ✕ | - | - | Multi-link suspension |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | Electric | Electric | Electronic |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. ✕ | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic | Adjustable |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4995 | 4949 | 5018 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors ✕ | 1995 | 1880 | 2105 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces ✕ | 1705 | 1468 | 1967 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | - | - | 291 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | 4 Zone | 4 Zone | 2 Zone |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Optional |
| Remote Fuel Lid Opener A feature that allows the driver to open the car's fuel cap cover from inside the car or with a remote. Makes opening the fuel lid convenient. ✕ | - | - | No |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | - | - | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Vicuna Beige Metallic Mythos Black Metallic Samurai-Gray-Metallic Waitomo Blue Metallic Sakhir Gold Metallic +3 MoreQ8 Colours | High Tech Silver Graphite Grey Obsidian Polar White Nautic Blue E-Class Colours | Gondwana Stone Lantau Bronze Hakuba Silver Silicon Silver Tasman Blue +6 MoreDefender Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SedanAll Sedan Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Yes | - |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | - | Yes | - |
| Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist | - | Yes | - |
| Lane Departure Warning | - | Yes | - |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | - | Yes | - |
| Remote Immobiliser | - | Yes | - |
| Unauthorised Vehicle Entry | - | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Alarm | - | Yes | - |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| MirrorLink Connects a smartphone's display to the car's infotainment system allowing the use of phone apps, such as music and navigation.✕ | - | - | No |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | - | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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