Verdict
The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback suits Malaysian buyers with home or workplace charging: its 114 kWh battery, 600 km EV range and 170 kW DC charging make it the proper long-distance electric option. Its 402 hp and 664 Nm also outweigh the AMG GLB’s 302 hp petrol engine and 13 hp mild-hybrid motor, although the Mercedes reaches 100 km/h 0.1 seconds sooner at 5.5 seconds. The GLB counters with a larger 570-litre boot and four-year warranty, against 528 litres and two years for the Audi.
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback if you can charge regularly and want 600 km electric range, 664 Nm and air suspension.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB if you want the quicker 5.5-second sprint, a 570-litre boot and a four-year vehicle warranty without depending on charging.
Key differences
- Powertrain: Audi has two electric motors producing 402 hp and 664 Nm; Mercedes has a 302 hp, 400 Nm 1,991 cc turbo petrol engine plus a 13 hp mild-hybrid motor.
- Range and battery: Audi has a 114 kWh battery and 600 km EV range; Mercedes has a 1 kWh mild-hybrid battery and no EV range.
- Charging: Audi supports 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC charging; Mercedes has no AC or DC EV charging rate.
- Acceleration: Audi does 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds; Mercedes does it in 5.5 seconds.
- Size and boot: Audi is 4,915 mm long with a 2,928 mm wheelbase and 528-litre boot; Mercedes is 4,634 mm long with a 2,829 mm wheelbase and 570-litre boot.
- Warranty: Audi has a two-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty plus an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty; Mercedes has a four-year unlimited-mileage…
Q8 e-tron Sportback
- 600 km EV range from a 114 kWh battery
- 402 hp and 664 Nm from two motors
- Multi-link air suspension front and rear
- 528-litre boot is 42 litres smaller than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB’s
- Two-year vehicle warranty is half the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB’s four years
- 0-100 km/h time is 0.1 seconds slower at 5.6 seconds
AMG GLB
- 570-litre boot
- 5.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- Four-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty
- No electric-only driving range or DC charging capability
- 302 hp petrol engine output trails the Audi’s 402 hp electric-motor output
- Rear air-conditioning is limited to vents, while the Audi has dual-zone rear climate control
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM474,990 | RM418,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545 | RM436✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with mild hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 302 hp |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 114 kWh✓ | 1 kWh |
| EV Range | 600 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 2-speed automatic transmission | AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8-speed sports transmission |
| Gears | 2 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | Getrag |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 4,634 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,619 mm | 1,659 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 2,829 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,790 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 528 litres | 570 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R21 | 255/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R21 | 255/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Continental SportContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Mexico (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 | 20" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aero Alloy Wheels | 20" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | — | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Multibeam 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 | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings |
| 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 AC vents |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket rear | 1 Front, 3 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| 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 | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
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.
Used Q8 e-tron Sportback & AMG GLB for sale
Q8 e-tron Sportback vs AMG GLB FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB better?
The Audi is better for drivers able to charge, thanks to 600 km EV range, 402 hp and 664 Nm. The AMG GLB is better for a larger 570-litre boot, a four-year vehicle warranty and marginally quicker 0-100 km/h acceleration.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback costs RM474,990 and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB costs RM418,888, so the Audi costs RM56,102 more.
Which is more practical for long trips?
The AMG GLB has the larger boot at 570 litres versus 528 litres. The Audi is the stronger choice if charging is available en route, with 600 km EV range and up to 170 kW DC charging.
