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Audi e-tron vs Audi Q8 e-tron
Selected trim50 quattro · 2019-23Change trim209 mi · 71 kWh · £59,900
Selected trim50 quattro · 2023-25Change trim281 mi · 95 kWh · £67,800
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi e-tron leads on family practicality, while the Audi Q8 e-tron leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi e-tron if...
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
Choose the Audi Q8 e-tron if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi Q8 e-tron wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueQ8 e-tron
e-tron
4.2
Q8 e-tron
4.8
Motorway RangeQ8 e-tron
e-tron
2.2
Q8 e-tron
3
Familye-tron
e-tron
8.3
Q8 e-tron
7.8
ChargingQ8 e-tron
e-tron
3.1
Q8 e-tron
4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi e-tron50 quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £59,900 (better) | £67,800 |
| Official range | 209 miles | 281 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 660 L (better) | 569 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min (better) | 31 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.8 sec | 5.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Audi e-tron
Audi Q8 e-tron
Length
Audi e-tron4,901mm-14mm
Audi Q8 e-tron4,915mm
Width
Audi e-tron1,935mm-2mm
Audi Q8 e-tron1,937mm
Height
Audi e-tron1,629mm-4mm
Audi Q8 e-tron1,633mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi e-tron50 quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,901 mm | 4,915 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,935 mm (better) | 1,937 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,189 mm | 2,189 mm |
| Height | 1,629 mm | 1,633 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.2 m | 12.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 465 mm spare (better) | 463 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi e-tron50 quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 660 L (better) | 569 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1725 L (better) | 1637 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,800 kg | 1,800 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi e-tron
- At 4,901 mm, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
- Boot space of 660 L is bigger than 90% of SUVs we track.
Audi Q8 e-tron
- At 4,915 mm, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
- Boot space of 569 L is bigger than 85% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi e-tron 50 quattro |  Audi Q8 e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.90m | 4.92m+14mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.94m+2mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | 2.19m |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.63m+4mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.93m | 2.93m |
| Ground Clearance | 172mm | 172mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 660L (better) | 569L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1725L (better) | 1637L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.2m | 12.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,190kg (better) | 2,595kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1,800kg | 1,800kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 71kWh | 95kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 209 mi | 281 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 120kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £59,900 (better) | £67,800 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2019–2023 | 2023–2025 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi e-tron50 quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 209 miles | 281 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 174 miles | 234 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min (better) | 31 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 120 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 64.7 kWh | 89 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi e-tron50 quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.8 sec | 5.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 230 kW | 250 kW (better) |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 664 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Audi e-tron
50 quattro
Audi Q8 e-tron
50 quattro
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Audi e-tron50 quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £15,003 | £26,718 |
| Average used price | £17,450 | £35,973 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 55 listings (better) | 22 listings |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 43.3% over ~6 months | Down 16.7% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi e-tron 50 quattro
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Audi Q8 e-tron 50 quattro
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist76%
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi e-tron50 quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Audi e-tron
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Audi e-tron
- £22,9992022Car360View
- £44,1992023Car360View
- £38,9992023Car360View
Audi Q8 e-tron
- £43,2992023Car360View
- £39,7912024Car360View
- £39,6082024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron worth the extra £7,900 over the Audi e-tron?
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs £7,900 more than the Audi e-tron. For that premium it adds 72 miles more WLTP range, 30 kW faster peak rapid charging and a 1.2s quicker 0-62mph time. The Audi e-tron is not just cheaper - it also offers 91 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Audi Q8 e-tron comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi e-tron or the Audi Q8 e-tron?
The Audi e-tron is £7,900 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £232 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Audi e-tron comes out roughly £7,900 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi e-tron and Audi Q8 e-tron like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 174 miles for the Audi e-tron and 234 miles for the Audi Q8 e-tron - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi Q8 e-tron goes roughly 60 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-31 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi e-tron or the Audi Q8 e-tron?
The two are within 2 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 465 mm of total clearance for the Audi e-tron and about 463 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q8 e-tron.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi e-tron or the Audi Q8 e-tron?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi e-tron and 84% for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .