Verdict
The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback costs RM474,990 to the Mercedes-Benz EQA’s RM296,888, a RM178,102 jump that buys far more EV hardware: 402 hp and 664 Nm from two motors, 600 km of range from a 114 kWh battery, and 170 kW DC charging. It is also a much larger five-seat SUV, with a 528-litre boot against 340 litres. The EQA is the sensible Malaysian entry point, with RM160 annual road tax and a four-year vehicle warranty, but its 188 hp front-wheel-drive setup is plainly less muscular.
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback if 600 km range, 402 hp all-wheel drive and a 528-litre boot justify the RM178,102 premium.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQA if you want the RM296,888 price, lower RM160 annual road tax and useful extras such as a head-up display and auto parking.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback RM474,990; Mercedes-Benz EQA RM296,888.
- Power and torque: Audi 402 hp and 664 Nm; Mercedes-Benz 188 hp and 375 Nm.
- Battery and range: Audi 114 kWh and 600 km; Mercedes-Benz 66.5 kWh and 429 km.
- Charging: Audi 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC; Mercedes-Benz 11 kW AC and 100 kW DC.
- Performance and driveline: Audi all-wheel drive, 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds; Mercedes-Benz front-wheel drive, 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds.
- Boot space: Audi 528 litres; Mercedes-Benz 340 litres.
Q8 e-tron Sportback
- 600 km range and 114 kWh battery.
- 402 hp, 664 Nm and all-wheel drive.
- 528-litre boot, air suspension and 22 kW AC charging.
- Costs RM178,102 more.
- Annual road tax is RM545 versus RM160.
- Two-year vehicle warranty versus four years; no head-up display or auto parking.
EQA
- RM296,888 price and RM160 annual road tax.
- Four-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
- Head-up display, parallel and perpendicular auto parking, plus contactless boot opening.
- 429 km range trails the Audi’s 600 km.
- 188 hp and 375 Nm, with front-wheel drive, trail the Audi’s 402 hp, 664 Nm and all-wheel drive.
- 340-litre boot is 188 litres smaller; DC charging peaks at 100 kW versus 170 kW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM474,990 | RM296,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545 | RM160✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 188 hp |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm✓ | 375 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 114 kWh✓ | 66.5 kWh |
| EV Range | 600 km✓ | 429 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11.0 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW✓ | 100.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-speed automatic transmission | — |
| Gears | 2 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds✓ | 8.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 4,463 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,619 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,040 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 528 litres✓ | 340 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R21 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R21 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Aero Alloy Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aero Alloy Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes, Active Brake Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Pre-Safe, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Adaptive LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Dynamic Light Design and Sequential Indicators | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split Fold | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Manual Rear Door Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi sound system | Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with 10.25" Touchscreen, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | MBUX Interior Assistant, Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8 Years/160,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Q8 e-tron Sportback vs EQA FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback or Mercedes-Benz EQA better?
The Audi is better for performance, range, charging and luggage capacity: 402 hp, 600 km, 170 kW DC charging and 528 litres. The EQA is better if keeping purchase price and annual road tax down matters more, while adding a head-up display and auto parking.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback is RM474,990 and the Mercedes-Benz EQA is RM296,888, so the Audi costs RM178,102 more.
Which one is better for longer-distance EV use?
The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback is the stronger long-distance choice. Its 114 kWh battery is rated for 600 km, versus 66.5 kWh and 429 km for the EQA, while its 170 kW DC charging rate is 70 kW higher.