Audi Q6 e-tron vs Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV

The Audi Q6 e-tron starts from $97,935 before on-road costs, while the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV opens at $134,900. That makes the Audi Q6 e-tron the more affordable entry point by $36,965.

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 $107,729 and $148,390 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 Q6 e-tron and Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Audi Q6 e-tron packs more ADAS features with 9 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 8 in the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Audi Q6 e-tron and 9 in the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Audi Q6 e-tron features a 14.5-inch touchscreen paired with a 11.9-inch digital dash, while the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV gets a 12.8-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q6 e-tron stands out with Bang & Olufsen audio that you will not find on the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV. The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV counters with head-up display, panoramic roof, Burmester audio and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Audi Q6 e-tron gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV offers artico man-made leather. Climate control is 3-zone in the Audi Q6 e-tron and 4-zone in the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV.

The Audi Q6 e-tron uses a Electric producing 185kW and 450Nm of torque, sent through a single speed to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.6 seconds.

The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV responds with a Electric making 180kW and 550Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.3 seconds.

The Audi Q6 e-tron has the clear power advantage at 185kW vs 180kW. In the real-world sprint, the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is 0.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 83kWh (Audi Q6 e-tron) vs 90.6kWh (Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV). DC fast charging peaks at 225kW (Audi Q6 e-tron) vs 170kW (Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV).

The Audi Q6 e-tron measures 4,771mm long on a 2,899mm wheelbase, 92mm shorter than the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV at 4,863mm (3,030mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 526L in the Audi Q6 e-tron and 520L in the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV, giving the Audi Q6 e-tron a 6L advantage.

For towing, the Audi Q6 e-tron leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 1,250kg 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 Q6 e-tron) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV).