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Audi Q8 e-tron vs Hyundai IONIQ 9
Selected trim50 quattro · 2023-25Change trim281 mi · 95 kWh · £67,800
Selected trimLong-Range RWDChange trim385 mi · 110.3 kWh · £64,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q8 e-tron stays competitive across the board, while the Hyundai IONIQ 9 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 9 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 have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai IONIQ 9 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueHyundai
Audi
4.8
Hyundai
5.5
Motorway RangeHyundai
Audi
3
Hyundai
7.1
FamilyHyundai
Audi
7.8
Hyundai
9.5
ChargingHyundai
Audi
4
Hyundai
7.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Audi Q8 e-tron
50 quattro
- 231 litres more boot space
- 90 kW more power
- 3.8s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.3 m tighter turning circle
- 300 kg more towing capacity
Hyundai IONIQ 9
Long-Range RWD
- £2,805 cheaper
- 104 miles more WLTP range
- 83 kW faster rapid charging
- 2 more seats
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £67,800 | £64,995 (better) |
| Official range | 281 miles | 385 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 569 L (better) | 338 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 31 min | 24 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 5.6 sec (better) | 9.4 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q8 e-tron
Hyundai IONIQ 9
Length
Audi Q8 e-tron4,915mm-145mm
Hyundai IONIQ 95,060mm
Width
Audi Q8 e-tron1,937mm-43mm
Hyundai IONIQ 91,980mm
Height
Audi Q8 e-tron1,633mm-157mm
Hyundai IONIQ 91,790mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,915 mm | 5,060 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,937 mm (better) | 1,980 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,189 mm (better) | 2,239 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.2 m (better) | 12.5 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 463 mm spare (better) | 420 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 569 L (better) | 338 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1637 L | 1990 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 88 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,800 kg (better) | 1,500 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
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.
Hyundai IONIQ 9
- At 5,060 mm, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- A 88 L frunk, one of 12 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 88 L or more.
- 385 mile WLTP range, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q8 e-tron 50 quattro |  Hyundai IONIQ 9 Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.92m | 5.06m+145mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.98m+43mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | 2.24m+50mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.79m+157mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.93m | 3.13m+202mm |
| Ground Clearance | 172mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 569L (better) | 338L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1637L | 1990L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 88L |
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.2m (better) | 12.5m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,595kg | 2,541kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,800kg (better) | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 95kWh | 110.3kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 281 mi | 385 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 233kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £67,800 | £64,995 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023–2025 | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 281 miles | 385 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 234 miles | 321 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 31 min | 24 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 233 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 10.5 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 89 kWh | 110.3 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NCMA |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.6 sec (better) | 9.4 sec |
| Power | 250 kW (better) | 160 kW |
| Torque | 664 Nm (better) | 350 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 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 Q8 e-tron
50 quattro
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Hyundai IONIQ 9
Long-Range RWD
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £26,718 | £54,999 |
| Average used price | £35,973 | £54,999 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 22 listings (better) | 4 listings |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 16.7% over ~6 months | Down 1.2% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi Q8 e-tron 50 quattro
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist76%
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 9 Long-Range RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant84%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist83%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | Hyundai IONIQ 9Long-Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Audi Q8 e-tron
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Hyundai IONIQ 9
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Audi Q8 e-tron
- £43,2992023Car360View
- £39,7912024Car360View
- £39,6082024Car360View
Hyundai IONIQ 9
- £54,9992026Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron worth the extra £2,805 over the Hyundai IONIQ 9?
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs £2,805 more than the Hyundai IONIQ 9. For that premium it adds 231 litres more boot space, 90 kW more power and a 3.8s quicker 0-62mph time. The Hyundai IONIQ 9 is not just cheaper - it also offers 104 miles more WLTP range, 83 kW faster peak rapid charging and 2 more seats (7 versus 5). On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q8 e-tron or the Hyundai IONIQ 9?
The Hyundai IONIQ 9 is £2,805 cheaper to buy. The Hyundai IONIQ 9 is cheaper to charge, roughly £192 a year versus £232 for the Audi Q8 e-tron, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai IONIQ 9 comes out roughly £3,005 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 Q8 e-tron and Hyundai IONIQ 9 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 234 miles for the Audi Q8 e-tron and 321 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 9 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai IONIQ 9 goes roughly 87 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 24-31 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q8 e-tron or the Hyundai IONIQ 9?
The Audi Q8 e-tron is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 43 mm narrower than the Hyundai IONIQ 9. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 463 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q8 e-tron and about 420 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 9. The Audi Q8 e-tron also turns in a 0.3 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi Q8 e-tron or the Hyundai IONIQ 9?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q8 e-tron and 89% for the Hyundai IONIQ 9. That gives the Hyundai IONIQ 9 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.
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Data accuracy
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