Audi A3 vs Mercedes-Benz EQE

How does the Audi A3 stack up against the Mercedes-Benz EQE? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Audi A3Audi A3
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Mercedes-Benz EQEMercedes-Benz EQE
SpecAudi A3Mercedes-Benz EQE
Horsepower (max)401 hp617 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.7 s3.5 s
Top speed290 km/h240 km/h
Variants36
Body styleCompact sedanElectric sedan / SUV
Generation8Y LCIV295 / X294
Production2020 – present2022 – present
Length4,541 mm4,946 mm
Width1,851 mm1,961 mm
Height1,404 mm1,512 mm
Wheelbase2,631 mm3,120 mm

Audi A3 vs Mercedes-Benz EQE: common questions

Is the Audi A3 or Mercedes-Benz EQE faster?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.3s versus the Audi A3's 3.5s (0-100 km/h in 3.5s vs 3.7s).
Which has more horsepower, the Audi A3 or the Mercedes-Benz EQE?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE makes more power: 617 hp (460 kW) versus 401 hp (299 kW) for the Audi A3.
Is the Audi A3 or Mercedes-Benz EQE faster on top speed?
The Audi A3 has the higher top speed at 180 mph (290 km/h), versus 149 mph (240 km/h) for the Mercedes-Benz EQE.
What is the main difference between the Audi A3 and the Mercedes-Benz EQE?
The Audi A3 is a compact sedan, while the Mercedes-Benz EQE is a electric sedan / suv. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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