Audi Q4 e-tron Sportback vs Mercedes-Benz GLE350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE350
Overview
| Spec | Audi Q4 e-tron SportbackPremium | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | GLE 350 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | electric | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q4 e-tron SportbackPremium | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $59,000 (best) | $62,250 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi Q4 e-tron SportbackPremium | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 28 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 100 MPGe (best) | — |
| Electric range | 258 mi (best) | — |
| Battery capacity | 82 kWh (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 12 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | — | 22.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q4 e-tron SportbackPremium | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 335 hp (best) | 255 hp |
| Torque | — | 295 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | — | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi Q4 e-tron SportbackPremium | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 54.4 cu ft | 74.9 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 2,650 lbs | 7,700 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 937 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,850 lbs | 4,806 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.8 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 117.9 in (best) |
| Length | 180.6 in | 194.3 in (best) |
| Width | 73.4 in | 76.7 in (best) |
| Height | 63.5 in | 70.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q4 e-tron SportbackPremium | Mercedes-Benz GLE350GLE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi Q4 e-tron Sportback | Mercedes-Benz GLE350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $59,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GLE 350 $62,250 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $63,500 MSRP | GLE 350 4MATIC $64,750 MSRP |