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Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 (2021-2024)
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron leads on running costs and city driving, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 leads on family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 5 (2021-2024) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Audi
6.2
Hyundai
6
Too close to call
Motorway Range
Audi
5.4
Hyundai
5.6
Too close to call
FamilyHyundai
Audi
7.5
Hyundai
8
ChargingHyundai
Audi
4.8
Hyundai
8.1
Cost Per MileAudi
Audi
6.9
Hyundai
5.6
City DrivingAudi
Audi
5.9
Hyundai
3.6
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 Q4 Sportback e-trone-tron 204PS | Hyundai IONIQ 558kWh RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £48,160 | £36,995 (better) |
| Official range | 274 miles (better) | 239 miles |
| Boot space | 535 L (better) | 527 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 18 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.1 sec (better) | 8.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Length
Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron4,588mm-47mm
Hyundai IONIQ 54,635mm
Width
Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron1,865mm-25mm
Hyundai IONIQ 51,890mm
Height
Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron1,614mm
Hyundai IONIQ 51,605mm-9mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-trone-tron 204PS | Hyundai IONIQ 558kWh RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,588 mm | 4,635 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,865 mm (better) | 1,890 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,108 mm (better) | 2,116 mm |
| Height | 1,614 mm | 1,605 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m (better) | 12 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 535 mm spare (better) | 510 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-trone-tron 204PS | Hyundai IONIQ 558kWh RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 535 L (better) | 527 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1460 L | 1587 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 57 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
- One of 34 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 3,000 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron e-tron 204PS |  Hyundai IONIQ 5 58kWh RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.59m | 4.63m+47mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.89m+25mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.11m | 2.12m+8mm |
| Height | 1.61m | 1.60m-9mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.76m | 3.00m+236mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 535L (better) | 527L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1460L | 1587L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 57L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.2m (better) | 11.98m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,940kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 63kWh (better) | 58kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 274 mi (better) | 239 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW | Not available |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £48,160 | £36,995 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Coupe SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2021–2024 |
* Hyundai IONIQ 5: Heat pump: an option on Premium and Ultimate, standard on Namsan Edition, not available on SE Connect.
* Hyundai IONIQ 5: WLTP figure on 19-inch wheels; versions on 20-inch wheels are rated lower.
* Hyundai IONIQ 5: Manufacturer lists 0 kg braked towing for the 58 kWh car (750 kg unbraked).
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-trone-tron 204PS | Hyundai IONIQ 558kWh RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 274 miles (better) | 239 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 229 miles (better) | 199 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 18 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW | Not available |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 59 kWh (better) | 58 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NCMA |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-trone-tron 204PS | Hyundai IONIQ 558kWh RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.1 sec (better) | 8.5 sec |
| Power | 150 kW (better) | 125 kW |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
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 Q4 Sportback e-tron
e-tron 204PS
Hyundai IONIQ 5
58kWh RWD
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron e-tron 204PS
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist73%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 5 58kWh RWD
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users63%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-trone-tron 204PS | Hyundai IONIQ 558kWh RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron
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Hyundai IONIQ 5
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Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron
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Hyundai IONIQ 5
- £18,8492023Browns of RichmondView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron worth the extra £11,165 over the Hyundai IONIQ 5?
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron costs £11,165 more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5. For that premium it adds 35 miles more WLTP range. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron or the Hyundai IONIQ 5?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is £11,165 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai IONIQ 5 comes out roughly £11,125 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 Q4 Sportback e-tron and Hyundai IONIQ 5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 229 miles for the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron and 199 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron goes roughly 30 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron or the Hyundai IONIQ 5?
The two are within 25 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 535 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron and about 510 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 5. The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron also turns in a 1.8 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron or the Hyundai IONIQ 5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron and 89% for the Hyundai IONIQ 5. That gives the Hyundai IONIQ 5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. 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 .