2019 Audi Q8 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class
When we compare the 2019 Audi Q8's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Audi Q8 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Audi Q8's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is a better car than the 2019 Audi Q8.
2019 Audi Q8 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Pricing
A used 2019 Audi Q8 ranges from $38,862 to $55,975 while a used 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is priced between $23,799 to $32,565.
2019 Audi Q8 vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Audi Q8 loses 52.3 percent of its value and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class loses 44.4 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class retains 7.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Audi Q8.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Audi Q8’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class base engine makes 188 horsepower. The Q8 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 495 miles. The A-Class is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 473 miles.This gives the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Audi Q8 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2019 Audi Q8 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$38,862 - $55,975
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$23,799 - $32,565
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.4%
Audi Q8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi Q8 Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 60Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
6 out of / 22Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 60Ranking
19 out of / 25Ranking
22 out of / 25Ranking
24 out of / 67Ranking
24 out of / 25Ranking
24 out of / 25Ranking
30 out of / 67Ranking
30 out of / 60Ranking
43 out of / 55Ranking
49 out of / 67Ranking
49 out of / 60Ranking
49 out of / 60Ranking
50 out of / 60Ranking
55 out of / 60Ranking
56 out of / 67Ranking
61 out of / 67Mercedes-Benz A-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 32Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 25Ranking
35 out of / 36Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Audi Q8 Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Trim Levels
A 220, A 220 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
188 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 22 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 495 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 35 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 473 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Cargo Space:
30.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
8.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5004 lbs
Width:
86.2 inches
Height:
67.2 inches
Length:
196.6 inches
Wheelbase:
117.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3285 lbs
Width:
78.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
179.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/50R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R17
