2024 EQB vs Audi Q8 e-tron

Finding the right all-electric SUV can be a challenge. While many automakers are vying for the top spot in this new vehicle class, two strong options to consider are the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB and the Audi Q8 e-tron. Although there are some similarities between these two electric SUVs, the differences can determine which one is the best option for you. Before you head to your favorite dealership in Temecula, California, explore this comparison guide that details the 2024 EQB versus the Q8 e-tron. We provide all the information you need to make the right choice.

Price Comparison

An electric SUV comes with a higher price tag than its gas-powered counterpart, but it can be worth the extra money to avoid the worries associated with an internal combustion engine. For example, you never have to visit a gas station again when you drive a fully electric vehicle (EV). With this in mind, pricing for the Mercedes-Benz EQB starts at an MSRP of $52,750 for the base model. You can get the midrange model for an MSRP of $56,900, and the high-end EQB puts your MSRP at $60,550. Your desired upgrades will determine your final price.

You'll pay more for the Audi Q8 e-tron. It has a starting MSRP for the base model of $74,400. The next trim level starts at $78,800, while the third trim in the lineup has an MSRP of $84,800. If you want the top-tier version of the Q8 e-tron, you'll need at least $87,550 to get you started. Although the Audi has its benefits, you can see that going with the Mercedes-Benz SUV will be better for your wallet. At Mercedes-Benz of Temecula, we frequently offer vehicle specials that could save you even more on your next EV purchase or lease.

Trim Levels

Choose one of three trim levels to get the perfect 2024 EQB to match your driving and lifestyle needs. The lineup starts with the EQB 250+ trim. Next up is the EQB 300 4MATIC followed by the EQB 350 4MATIC. Each of these trims has three package options — Premium, Exclusive, and Pinnacle — that add features and amenities to simplify your life. With the Premium package, you get power-adjustable heated side mirrors, aluminum roof rails, LED lighting elements, and rain-sensing windshield wipers. You can choose any package upgrade to get a panorama roof.

Select from these nine paint colors to get the perfect hue for your Mercedes-Benz EQB:

• Polar White.
• Night Black.
• Digital White Metallic.
• Cosmos Black Metallic.
• Denim Blue Metallic.
• Iridium Silver Metallic.
• Mountain Grey Metallic.
• Rose Gold Metallic.
• MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red Metallic.

The four trim levels of the Audi Q8 e-tron let you create a vehicle that suits your exact needs. You can get this EV in the Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, and Launch Edition trims. The standard 20-inch wheels have a sleek new five-arm aero ring design with a bi-color finish, but upgrading to the Launch Edition trim means you get 21-inch wheels in a sporty metallic black finish. 

This electric SUV comes in these eight colors:

• Magnet Gray.
• Chronos Gray Metallic.
• Glacier White Metallic.
• Madeira Brown Metallic.
• Manhattan Gray Metallic.
• Mythos Black Metallic.
• Plasma Blue Metallic.
• Daytona Gray Pearl.

Performance and Range Specs

You'll have two power options for the 2024 EQB: either a single or dual motor. The motor setup combines with a powerful 70.5 kWh battery and a single-speed transmission to increase efficiency. The top range for the EQB is 245 miles on a single battery charge. Opting for front and rear motors increases the vehicle's weight, which lowers the estimated driving range to 232 miles, or 221 miles in the top-tier trim.

The Audi Q8 e-tron only comes with dual motors. They work with the quattro all-wheel-drive system and a single-speed transmission to create a comfortable driving experience. This SUV has an all-electric driving range of up to 285 miles, but your driving range may differ depending on factors such as your driving and charging habits and the surrounding air temperature.

Interior Features

Both the Mercedes-Benz EQB and the Audi Q8 e-tron offer drivers unbeatable luxury in an economical package. Inside the 2024 EQB, you'll discover power-adjustable front seats with a three-position memory feature, and you can upgrade to add sports front seats with a heat feature to keep you comfortable on Temecula's cold mornings. Both SUVs have an auto-dimming rearview mirror and elegant finishes that elevate the luxury of your ride.

Technology Upgrades

Tech features are abundant in the EQB and Q8 e-tron, ensuring you stay connected no matter your destination. An intuitive onboard system allows you to use your voice to control several convenient features in your EQB. There are also easy-to-use controls placed within your reach that help you manage every aspect of your drive. A 10.25-inch touchscreen mounted to the center dash lets you interact with apps and other driver information with minimal need to take your eyes off the road.

In the Audi Q8 e-tron, a 12.3-inch customizable digital instrument cluster makes it easy to get all your important driver information. You can change the layout so you get the readouts you need in a way that makes sense to you. Both SUVs have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration as standard.

Safety Features

Staying safe on the road is simple when you drive the 2024 EQB. This visionary SUV offers a range of standard and modern safety features to help you stay alert when you're behind the wheel. These include active brake assist, blind-spot assist with exit warning assist, adaptive braking, and adaptive high-beam assist. Optional safety features for the EQB include a surround-view camera, lane-change assist, and speed limit assist.

Standard safety tech for the Q8 e-tron includes adaptive cruise assist with lane guidance, a rearview camera, and the Audi pre-sense front system. You can upgrade the Q8 e-tron to get a top-view camera setup that lets you see all around the vehicle.

Stay Informed About the 2024 EQB

Let our team at Mercedes-Benz of Temecula help you stay informed about the 2024 EQB and all the EV models coming up this year. We're sure you'll fall in love with this model the moment you see it in person. Come by today and learn what the excitement is all about.