Audi Q3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLE

How does the Audi Q3 stack up against the Mercedes-Benz GLE? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Audi Q3Audi Q3
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Mercedes-Benz GLEMercedes-Benz GLE
SpecAudi Q3Mercedes-Benz GLE
Horsepower (max)268 hp603 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)6.6 s3.8 s
Top speed230 km/h280 km/h
Variants19
Body styleCompact SUVMid-size SUV / Coupe SUV
GenerationMk3 (2025)V167 / C167
Production2025 – present2019 – present
Length4,530 mm4,930 mm
Width1,858 mm1,947 mm
Height1,591 mm1,772 mm
Wheelbase2,680 mm2,995 mm

Audi Q3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLE: common questions

Is the Audi Q3 or Mercedes-Benz GLE faster?
The Mercedes-Benz GLE is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.6s versus the Audi Q3's 6.3s (0-100 km/h in 3.8s vs 6.6s).
Which has more horsepower, the Audi Q3 or the Mercedes-Benz GLE?
The Mercedes-Benz GLE makes more power: 603 hp (450 kW) versus 268 hp (200 kW) for the Audi Q3.
Is the Audi Q3 or Mercedes-Benz GLE faster on top speed?
The Mercedes-Benz GLE has the higher top speed at 174 mph (280 km/h), versus 143 mph (230 km/h) for the Audi Q3.
What is the main difference between the Audi Q3 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE?
The Audi Q3 is a compact suv, while the Mercedes-Benz GLE is a mid-size suv / coupe suv. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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