Car comparison
Audi Q8 e-tron vs Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 Cabriolet
50 vs 4MATIC Plus: side-by-side India matchup with full specs and features.
Comparison overview
Comparing ex-factory prices and catalogue specs for the Q8 e-tron and AMG E53 Cabriolet in India helps you decide which deal fits daily use, not just the brochure.
- The AMG E53 Cabriolet costs about ₹ 8.48 lakh more than the Q8 e-tron (7.4% on ex-factory prices).
- Fuel choice differs: the Q8 e-tron is electric while the AMG E53 Cabriolet is petrol.
- Torque favours the Q8 e-tron by roughly 144 Nm in published figures.
- Boot space is listed as Electric Opening and Closing on the Q8 e-tron and 385 L on the AMG E53 Cabriolet.
Which one suits you
Pick the Q8 e-tron if upfront price matters most for city commuting. Choose the Q8 e-tron if you want stronger performance for highways or fully loaded trips.
Nearby budgets (7.4% gap)
Audi Q8 e-tron 50 is priced lower
Quick summary
Price and classification for the selected trims
| Spec |
Audi Q8 e-tron
50
|
Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 Cabriolet
4MATIC Plus
|
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹1,14,73,000 | ₹1,23,21,389 |
| Variant | 50 | 4MATIC Plus |
| Brand | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q8 e-tron | AMG E53 Cabriolet |
| Body type | SUV | Convertible |
| Powertrain | EV | ICE |
| Engine / battery | Not specified | 2999 cc |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic (TC) |
| Fuel type | Electric | Petrol |
| Primary specs | Automatic · Electric | 2999 cc · Automatic (TC) · Petrol |
| Price difference Gap ₹8,48,389 · 7.4% | Lower | Higher |
Full specifications
All published specs for these variants · differences highlighted
| Specification | Audi Q8 e-tron 50 | Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 Cabriolet 4MATIC Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Performance | ||
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 664 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Turbocharger/ Supercharger | No | Turbocharged |
| Battery | 114 V, 95 kWh | Not specified |
| Electric Motor | Dual (One Motor Each on Front and Rear Axle) | Single (Integrated with Transmission) |
| Top Speed | 200 kmph | 250 kmph |
| Acceleration | 0-100 km/h in 6 seconds (claimed) | 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds (claimed) |
| Battery Charging & Range | ||
| AC Regular Charging | 11 kW charger | Not specified |
| DC Fast Charging | 0-80 % : 30 mins, 150 kW charger | Not specified |
| AC Fast Charging | 22 kW charger | Not specified |
| Driving Range | 491 km | Not specified |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Limited Slip Differential | No | Not specified |
| Four-Wheel-Drive | Torque-On-Demand | Torque-On-Demand |
| Suspension | ||
| Front Suspension | Adaptive Air Suspension | Independent Multi-link Suspension with Air Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Adaptive Air Suspension | Independent Multi-link Suspension with Air Springs |
| Advanced Suspension Features | Ride Height Adjustment | Ride Height Adjustment |
| Capacity & Dimensions | ||
| Length *Width *Height | 4915 mm * 1976 mm * 1632 mm | 4846 mm * 1860 mm * 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 2,873 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2585 kg | 2055 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 4 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Doors | 5 Doors | 2 Doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not specified | 66 litres |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Not specified | 6.1 metres |
| Tyre & Wheels | ||
| Wheels | Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
| Front Tyres | 255 / 50 R20 | 20 |
| Rear Tyres | 255 / 50 R20 | 20 |
| Tyres | Radial - Tubeless Tyres | Radial - Tubeless Tyres |
| Spare Wheel & Tyre | Not specified | Space Saver |
| Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.) | ||
| Second Row Middle Seat Safety | Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt | Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Disc (Front & Rear) | Ventilated Disc (Front & Rear) |
| Doors, Mirrors & Wipers | ||
| Interior Door Handles Finish | Chrome | Silver |
| Exterior Door | Soft-Close Doors, Body Coloured Door Handles | Soft-Close Doors, Body Coloured Door Handles |
| Storage | ||
| Bootspace | Not specified | 385 L |
| Wheels and Tyres | ||
| Recommended Tyre Pressure | Front 35 psi · Rear 38 psi (cold) | Not specified |
| Seating & Ergonomics | ||
| Rear Passenger Seat Type | Bench | Bench |
| Infotainment & Entertainment | ||
| Input Methods | Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility | Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming) |
| Antenna | Roof-Mounted Antenna | Roof-Mounted Antenna |
| Voice Assistant | Not specified | Alexa |
| Instrument Cluster | ||
| Fuel Consumption | Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning | Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning |
| Design & Styling | ||
| Wrappings | Leather Wrapped Gear Knob & Wrapped Steering Wheel | Wrapped Steering Wheel |
| Scuff Plates | Metallic | Illuminated |
| Exhaust | Not specified | Chrome Finish |
| Overview | ||
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 4 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery Capacity | 95 kWh | Not specified |
| Electric Range | 491 km | Not specified |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 4915 x 1976 x 1632 mm | 4846 x 1860 x 1426 mm |
| Height | 1,632 mm | 1,426 mm |
| Length | 4,915 mm | 4,846 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 2,873 mm |
| Width | 1,976 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Boot Space | Not specified | 385 L |
| Engine Performance | ||
| Mileage | Not specified | 6.5 Km / L |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Engine Type | Not specified | 3.0L M256 Turbocharged I6 + EQ Boost |
| Engine | Not specified | 2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | Not specified | 429 bhp |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 664 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Turbocharger/ Supercharger | No | Turbocharged |
| Emission Standard | Not specified | BS6 Phase 2 |
| Electric Motor | Dual (One Motor Each on Front and Rear Axle) | Single (Integrated with Transmission) |
| Top Speed | 200 kmph | 250 kmph |
| Acceleration | 0-100 km/h in 6 seconds (claimed) | 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds (claimed) |
| Engine | ||
| Horsepower | Not specified | 429 bhp |
| Torque | Not specified | 520 Nm |
| Displacement | Not specified | 2999 cc |
Features & equipment
Present / absent across these trims · never invented
| Feature | Audi Q8 e-tron 50 | Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 Cabriolet 4MATIC Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Vehicle Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Downhill Assist Control | Yes | Not available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not available | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not available | Not available |
| Blind Spot Monitor | Not available | Yes |
| ISOFIX | Yes | Yes |
| Immobilizer | Not available | Yes |
| Child Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Sensing Door Lock | Yes | Yes |
| NCAP Safety Rating | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Call | Not available | Yes |
| Whiplash Protection Seats | Not available | Not available |
| Tire Repair Kit | Not available | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
| Exterior | ||
| Auto High Beam | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Height Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
| Sunroof | Yes | Not available |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Not available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | Not available |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlights | Yes | Not available |
| Puddle Lights | Yes | Not available |
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment | ||
| Touchscreen Display | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | 16 Speakers | 6+ Speakers |
| Navigation | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Control | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not available | Not available |
| AM/FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
| Heads-Up Display | Yes | Not available |
| Amazon Alexa | Not available | Yes |
| Connected Services | Not available | Yes |
| OTA Updates | Not available | Not available |
| Gesture Control | Not available | Not available |
| Tachometer | Not available | Not available |
| Trip Meter | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Indicator | Not available | Yes |
| Comfort | ||
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Not available |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Not available | Not available |
| Seat Material | Yes | Yes |
| Third Row Seats | Not available | Not available |
| Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Cup Holders | Not available | Not available |
| Steering Wheel Controls | Yes | Yes |
| Sunglass Holder | Not available | Not available |
| Cabin Boot Access | Yes | Not available |
| Massage Seats | Not available | Yes |
| Cabin Air Purifier | Not available | Not available |
| Glovebox Cooler | Not available | Not available |
| Front Seatback Pockets | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Ignition Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Folding Seats | Not available | Not available |
| Remote Engine Start | Not available | Yes |
| Umbrella Storage | Not available | Not available |
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