Audi Q8 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

How does the Audi Q8 stack up against the Mercedes-Benz GLA? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Audi Q8Audi Q8
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Mercedes-Benz GLAMercedes-Benz GLA
SpecAudi Q8Mercedes-Benz GLA
Horsepower (max)640 hp354 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.6 s5.1 s
Top speed305 km/h250 km/h
Variants36
Body stylePerformance SUV coupeCompact SUV, electric + ICE
Generation4M LCIMMA Electric / H247 ICE
Production2024 – present2020 – present
Length5,012 mm4,410 mm
Width2,000 mm1,834 mm
Height1,675 mm1,611 mm
Wheelbase2,998 mm2,729 mm

Audi Q8 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA: common questions

Is the Audi Q8 or Mercedes-Benz GLA faster?
The Audi Q8 is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.4s versus the Mercedes-Benz GLA's 4.9s (0-100 km/h in 3.6s vs 5.1s).
Which has more horsepower, the Audi Q8 or the Mercedes-Benz GLA?
The Audi Q8 makes more power: 640 hp (477 kW) versus 354 hp (264 kW) for the Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Is the Audi Q8 or Mercedes-Benz GLA faster on top speed?
The Audi Q8 has the higher top speed at 190 mph (305 km/h), versus 155 mph (250 km/h) for the Mercedes-Benz GLA.
What is the main difference between the Audi Q8 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA?
The Audi Q8 is a performance suv coupe, while the Mercedes-Benz GLA is a compact suv, electric + ice. That difference in body style drives most of the others.