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Audi SQ8 vs Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUV

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUV

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Overview

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusMercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUVEQS 450 4MATIC
Selected trimPremium PlusEQS 450 4MATIC
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)electric
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic1-speed direct drive
Engine typemild hybridelectric
Model year20272025

Pricing & market

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusMercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUVEQS 450 4MATIC
MSRP$100,600 (best)$108,250
Lowest listing price$57,410 (best)—
Median listing price$112,884 (best)—
Highest listing price$124,633 (best)—
For sale now12 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusMercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUVEQS 450 4MATIC
Combined MPG16 MPG (best)—
City MPG14 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG20 MPG (best)—
Combined MPGe—79 MPGe (best)
Electric range—312 mi (best)
Battery capacity—118 kWh (best)
240V charge time—14 hr (best)
Fuel tank22.5 gal (best)—

Performance

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusMercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUVEQS 450 4MATIC
Horsepower500 hp (best)355 hp
Torque568 lb-ft590 lb-ft (best)
Engine size4 L (best)—
CylindersV8—

Size & capability

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusMercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUVEQS 450 4MATIC
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume60.8 cu ft74 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity7,700 lbs (best)—
Payload1,014 lbs (best)—
Curb weight5,247 lbs (best)6,305 lbs
Ground clearance—7.3 in (best)
Wheelbase118 in126.4 in (best)
Length197 in201.8 in (best)
Width79 in80.1 in (best)
Height67 in67.8 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusMercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUVEQS 450 4MATIC
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimAudi SQ8Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUV
1

Premium Plus

$100,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

EQS 450 4MATIC

$108,250 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Prestige

$108,100 MSRP

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Audi SQ8 vs Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUV FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUV?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi SQ8 vs 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUV on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUV?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Audi SQ8 starts lower at $100,600. Live Audi SQ8 listings start at $57,410.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUV?
The 2027 Audi SQ8 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (100,600).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUV?
The 2027 Audi SQ8 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (16).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUV?
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUV leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (312).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUV?
The 2027 Audi SQ8 leads on horsepower in this comparison (500).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 SUV?
The 2027 Audi SQ8 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).