Head-to-head
Mercedes EQA vs Audi Q4 e-tron
Just $900 separates the Mercedes EQA and Audi Q4 e-tron on starting price, but the Audi Q4 e-tron goes 114 km further on a charge. Here's where the rest of the spec sheets pull apart.
Option A · SUV
Mercedes EQA
Mercedes-Benz's electric small SUV sits on the GLA platform and shares its body silhouette. The 5-star ANCAP rating is inherited from the B-Class tested in 2019, which is worth knowing — the result is dated under newer protocols.
- From
- $85,800
- Range
- 426 km
- Battery
- 70 kWh
Option B · SUV
Audi Q4 e-tron
Audi's mid-size electric SUV shares VW Group's MEB platform with the VW ID.4 and Skoda Enyaq, dressed in Audi's premium finish. The 45 RWD is the Australian volume seller.
- From
- $84,900
- Range
- 540 km
- Battery
- 82 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Mercedes EQA and Audi Q4 e-tron, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Audi Q4 e-tron
The Audi Q4 e-tron goes 114 km further on a charge (540 vs 426 km WLTP).
- 2
Battery · advantage Audi Q4 e-tron
The Audi Q4 e-tron carries a 12.0 kWh larger battery (82 vs 70 kWh).
- 3
Power · advantage Audi Q4 e-tron
The Audi Q4 e-tron puts down 70 kW more (210 vs 140 kW).
- 4
Boot · advantage Audi Q4 e-tron
The Audi Q4 e-tron swallows 180 L more cargo with the rear seats up (520 vs 340 L).
- 5
DC charging · advantage Audi Q4 e-tron
The Audi Q4 e-tron accepts 35 kW more DC peak charging (135 vs 100 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Mercedes EQA wins
Trails the Audi Q4 e-tron on the core specs we measure.
Where the Audi Q4 e-tron wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $900
- ▸ 114 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (6.7s vs 8.6s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (135 kW vs 100 kW)
Mercedes EQA
What we like
- ✓ Premium Mercedes cabin materials
- ✓ Long battery warranty (8 years / 160,000 km)
- ✓ Established dealer network across Australia
What we don't
- ✕ DC charging peak (100 kW) lags the segment
- ✕ Inherited ANCAP rating from older B-Class testing
- ✕ Modest boot for an SUV at this price
Audi Q4 e-tron
What we like
- ✓ Strong 540 km WLTP range from the 82 kWh battery
- ✓ Premium Audi cabin materials and finish
- ✓ 5-star ANCAP rating
What we don't
- ✕ Premium over the mechanically related VW ID.4
- ✕ DC charging peak (135 kW) trails newer rivals
- ✕ Audi-tax escalates quickly with options
Frequently asked: Mercedes EQA vs Audi Q4 e-tron
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Mercedes EQA or the Audi Q4 e-tron?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $84,900 versus $85,800 for the Mercedes EQA, a $900 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 540 km, 114 km further than the Mercedes EQA's 426 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron accepts a peak DC charging rate of 135 kW versus 100 kW for the Mercedes EQA. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron does 0–100 km/h in 6.7 seconds — 1.9 s quicker than the Mercedes EQA's 8.6 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Audi Q4 e-tron
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (114 km further per charge)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you regularly load it up (180 L more boot)
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.