Audi e-tron GT vs Mercedes-Benz EQE

The Audi e-tron GT starts from $209,900 before on-road costs, while the Mercedes-Benz EQE opens at $149,900. That makes the Mercedes-Benz EQE the more affordable entry point by $60,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $230,890 and $164,890 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the Audi e-tron GT and Mercedes-Benz EQE hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 91% for the Audi e-tron GT and 95% for the Mercedes-Benz EQE.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Audi e-tron GT packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 7 in the Mercedes-Benz EQE.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Audi e-tron GT and 9 in the Mercedes-Benz EQE.

The Audi e-tron GT features a 10.1-inch touchscreen, while the Mercedes-Benz EQE gets a 12.8-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi e-tron GT stands out with ventilated seats and Bang & Olufsen audio that you will not find on the Mercedes-Benz EQE. The Mercedes-Benz EQE counters with wireless charging, panoramic roof and Burmester audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Audi e-tron GT uses a Electric producing 435kW and 740Nm of torque, sent through a single speed to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 3.4 seconds.

The Mercedes-Benz EQE responds with a Electric making 215kW and 565Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.4 seconds.

The Audi e-tron GT has the clear power advantage at 435kW vs 215kW. In the real-world sprint, the Audi e-tron GT is 3.0s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 105kWh (Audi e-tron GT) vs 90.6kWh (Mercedes-Benz EQE), giving WLTP ranges of 559km and 571km. DC fast charging peaks at 320kW (Audi e-tron GT) vs 170kW (Mercedes-Benz EQE).

The Audi e-tron GT measures 4,989mm long on a 2,900mm wheelbase, 43mm longer than the Mercedes-Benz EQE at 4,946mm (3,120mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mercedes-Benz EQE generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 405L in the Audi e-tron GT and 430L in the Mercedes-Benz EQE, giving the Mercedes-Benz EQE a 25L advantage.

For towing, the Mercedes-Benz EQE leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 1,000kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Audi e-tron GT) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mercedes-Benz EQE). Both match on warranty length.