Vehicle Overview
Key specifications and features at a glance
A8 S8
Overview
GLE Coupe GLE 400 e 4MATIC Coupé
2017
Year
2019 - Present
3996
Engine
31.2
420
Power
185
Petrol
Fuel
PHEV
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
5
Seating
5
Detailed Specifications
Complete technical specifications comparison
Best comparable values are highlighted in green.
A8 S8
Specification
GLE Coupe GLE 400 e 4MATIC Coupé
3996
Engine Capacity
—
EA825
Engine Code
—
V
Cylinder Configuration
—
8
Number of Cylinders
—
Twin-turbocharged
Aspiration
—
—
Battery Capacity
31.2
—
Battery Capacity Usable
23.3
420
Power
185
800
Torque
400
250
Top Speed
210
AWD
Drive Type
AWD
14.5
Fuel Economy City
—
8.2
Fuel Economy Highway
—
11.4
Fuel Economy Combined
—
Euro 6
Emission Standard
—
265 / 35 R21 front; 305 / 30 R21 rear
Tyre Size
275 / 50 R20
21
Wheel Size
20
4
Number of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
Ventilated disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brakes
Ventilated disc
Five-link adaptive air suspension
Front Suspension
Multi-link
Five-link adaptive air suspension
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Electric rack and pinion
Steering Type
Electric power steering
8
Number of Airbags
9
2300
Towing Capacity
3500
12.5
Turning Circle
—
Dimensions & Weight
Physical specifications and measurements
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A8 S8
Dimension
GLE Coupe GLE 400 e 4MATIC Coupé
82
Fuel Tank Capacity
—
5190
Length
4940
1945
Width
2018
1474
Height
1716
2998
Wheelbase
2935
120
Ground Clearance
180
2230
Kerb Weight
2680
505
Boot Space
510
Features Comparison
Standard and optional equipment comparison
Safety
A8 S8
Feature
GLE Coupe GLE 400 e 4MATIC Coupé
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert
Comfort
A8 S8
Feature
GLE Coupe GLE 400 e 4MATIC Coupé
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights
Interior Exterior
A8 S8
Feature
GLE Coupe GLE 400 e 4MATIC Coupé
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors
Technology
A8 S8
Feature
GLE Coupe GLE 400 e 4MATIC Coupé
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App
Charging & Battery Tech
A8 S8
Feature
GLE Coupe GLE 400 e 4MATIC Coupé
AC home charging
DC fast-charge capable
Scheduled charging
Charging Cable Included
Portable Charger Included
Wall Charger Compatible
Battery Preconditioning
Heat Pump
EV / Hybrid Drive Features
A8 S8
Feature
GLE Coupe GLE 400 e 4MATIC Coupé
Regenerative braking
Drive mode select
EV / hybrid drive modes
One Pedal Driving
V2L
V2G
PHEV / EV-specific features
A8 S8
Feature
GLE Coupe GLE 400 e 4MATIC Coupé
EV Drive Mode
Hybrid Drive Mode
Charge Mode
Charge Scheduling
DC Fast Charging Support
Pros & Cons
Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle
Audi A8 S8
Pros
- +Exceptional 420 kW V8 performance
- +Strong quattro traction
- +Luxury executive cabin
- +Adaptive air suspension comfort
- +Discreet high-performance styling
Cons
- −Extremely high fuel use
- −Very expensive running costs
- −Large tyres are costly
- −Complex systems need specialists
- −Performance exceeds most road needs
Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe GLE 400 e 4MATIC Coupé
Pros
- +Long EV range
- +Strong hybrid performance
- +Premium interior
- +Fast AC/DC charging
- +AWD traction
Cons
- −High price
- −Heavy weight
- −Limited boot vs ICE
- −Costly maintenance
- −Large size
Which one should you buy?
Best for Performance: Audi A8 S8
System power around 420 kW supports a solid performance score.
Best for Practicality / Space: Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe GLE 400 e 4MATIC Coupé
Boot and practicality-related dimensions score well for everyday use.
Best Overall: Audi A8 S8
Across performance, value, efficiency, and practicality, this variant shows a balanced overall profile.
Our Recommendation
Choose Audi A8 S8 if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.
Choose Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe GLE 400 e 4MATIC Coupé if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.
Bottom Line: Audi A8 S8 leads on performance and Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe GLE 400 e 4MATIC Coupé leads on practicality.
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