Audi Q8 vs Mercedes-Benz AMG E53

CarWale brings you comparison of Audi Q8 and Mercedes-Benz AMG E53. The Audi Q8 price is Rs. 1.17 Crore and Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 price is Rs. 1.06 Crore. The Audi Q8 is available in 2995 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 is available in 2999 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. AMG E53 provides the mileage of 11.7 kmpl.

Q8 vs AMG E53 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Q8	AMG E53
Price	Rs. 1.17 Crore	Rs. 1.06 Crore
Engine Capacity	2995 cc	2999 cc
Power	335 bhp	429 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic (TC)
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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Audi Q8

55 TFSI quattro

Rs. 1.17 Crore

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Mercedes-Benz AMG E53

4MATIC Plus [2021-2023]

Rs. 1.06 Crore

Last Recorded Price

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Audi Q8

55 TFSI quattro

Mercedes-Benz AMG E53

4MATIC Plus [2021-2023]

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)	250	250
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	5.6	4.5
Engine	2995 cc, 6 Cylinders In V Shape	2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	V6 Petrol	3.0L M256 Turbocharged I6 + EQ Boost
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	335 bhp @ 5200-6400 rpm	429 bhp @ 6100 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	500 Nm @ 1370 rpm	520 Nm @ 1800 rpm
Max Motor Performance		22 bhp, 250 Nm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		11.7View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)		776
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Paddle Shift	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS 6
Turbocharger / Supercharger		Turbocharged
Electric Motor		1 Permanent magnet synchronous Placed At Integrated with Transmission
Others		Regenerative Braking, Idle Start/Stop

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Five-link Suspension with Tubular Anti-roll Bar and Adaptive Air Springs	Independent Multi-link Suspension with Air Springs
Rear Suspension	Five-link Suspension with Tubular Anti-roll Bar and Adaptive Air Springs	Independent Multi-link Suspension with Air Springs
Front Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel		Space Saver
Front Tyres	285 / 45 R21	245 / 40 R19
Rear Tyres	285 / 45 R21	275 / 35 R19

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Puncture Repair Kit
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
High-beam Assist
NCAP Rating	5 Star (Euro NCAP)	5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Blind Spot Detection
Airbags	8 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)	7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Comfort & Convenience

Electronic Parking Brake	Yes with Auto Hold	Yes with Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Four Zone)	Yes (Automatic Three Zone)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	Separate Zone, Vents Behind Front Armrest and on Pillars, Common Fan Speed Control	Separate Zone, Vents Behind Front Armrest, Common Fan Speed Control
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	360 Degree Camera	Automatic Parking
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cruise Control		Adaptive
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Electric Tilt & Telescopic	Electric Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets	2

Telematics

Seats & Upholstery

Massage Seats
Driver Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)	16 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, extended thigh support forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)	16 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, extended thigh support forward / back)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Artificial Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Ventilated Seats		Front only
Ventilated Seat Type		Heated
Interiors	Dual Tone	Single Tone
Interior Colours	Okapi Brown, Saiga Beige, Black, and Pando Grey	Black with Aluminium Trim and Red Seatbelts
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Metallic	Illuminated
Soft-close Door
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All	All
One Touch Up	All	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Auto Folding	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Chrome	Silver
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Side Window Blinds		Rear - Manual
Bootlid Opener	Electric Opening and Closing	Electric Tailgate Release
Rear Windshield Blind		Electric

Exterior

Lighting

Ambient Interior Count	30	64
Headlights	LED	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights	Intelligent	Intelligent
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED	LED
Fog Lights	LED on front, LED on rear	LED
Ambient Interior Lighting	Multi-colour	Multi-colour
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital	Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator	Dynamic
Heads Up Display (HUD)
Tachometer	Digital	Digital

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Smart Connectivity	Android Auto (Yes), Apple Car Play (Yes)	Android Auto (Wired), Apple Car Play (Wired)
Display	Touch-screen Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	10.1
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	17	6+
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
iPod Compatibility

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Tamarind Brown Metallic	Cavansite Blue
	Waitomo Blue Metallic	Obsidian Black
	Mythos Black Metallic	Graphite Grey
	Samurai Gray Metallic	Selenite Grey
	Satellite Silver Metallic	Hi-Tech Silver
	Sakhir Gold Metallic	Polar White
	Glacier White Metallic
	Vicuna Beige Metallic

User Reviews

Overall Rating

5.0/5

1 Rating

5.0/5

2 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.5Exterior	4.5Exterior
	4.5Comfort	5.0Comfort
	4.5Performance	4.5Performance
	4.0Fuel Economy	5.0Fuel Economy
	4.0Value for Money	5.0Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Audi q8

Nice car and has perfect mileage. Money value. Five seater SUV In just Rs. 1.17 cr and never found this car and liked soo much. You can just plan for a week's trip in this car and u will feel luxury

My overall experience was good. I will give 5 out of 5

Last month I drove this car approx 100 km. This car gives a good comfort and a good space. Engine performance was excellent according to my experience.. at last time car value for money. Thanks

More Expert Reviews on Q8 and AMG E53

Mercedes-Benz E53 AMG First Drive Review

By Sagar Bhanushali13 Feb 2022

The Mercedes E53 AMG is plenty fast and quite forgiving at the same time. Read our review to know how it’s such a great compromise.

Length (mm)	4995	4953
Width (mm)	1995	1852
Height (mm)	1705	1447
Wheelbase (mm)	2995	2939
Ground Clearance (mm)		114
Kerb Weight (kg)		1969

Doors (Doors)	5	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	1755	371
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	85	66

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Four-Wheel-Drive	Torque-On-Demand	Torque-On-Demand
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Ride Height Adjustment
Hill Descent Control
Differential Lock	Electronic

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Remote with Boot Opener
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Emergency Call
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Alexa Compatibility

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic Sunroof	Panoramic Sunroof
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Body Kit	Cladding - Black/Grey
Rub-strips	Black

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)		Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	2	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited	Unlimited