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Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron vs Jeep Compass
Selected trim50 quattro · 2023-25Change trim290 mi · 95 kWh · £70,300
Selected trimAltitudeChange trim285 mi · 74 kWh · £36,999
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron leads on motorway range, while the Jeep Compass leads on value for money, family practicality and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
Choose the Jeep Compass if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Jeep Compass leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueJeep
Audi
4.2
Jeep
6.6
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
3
Jeep
2.2
FamilyJeep
Audi
6.3
Jeep
7.1
Charging
Audi
4.3
Jeep
4.3
Too close to call
City DrivingJeep
Audi
1.5
Jeep
4.1
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 Q8 Sportback e-tron50 quattro | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £70,300 | £36,999 (better) |
| Official range | 290 miles (better) | 285 miles |
| Boot space | 528 L | 550 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 31 min (better) | 35 min |
| 0-62 mph | 5.6 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron
Jeep Compass
Length
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron4,915mm
Jeep Compass4,550mm-365mm
Width
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron1,935mm
Jeep Compass1,900mm-35mm
Height
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron1,619mm-81mm
Jeep Compass1,700mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron50 quattro | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,915 mm | 4,550 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,935 mm | 1,900 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,189 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,619 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.2 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 465 mm spare | 500 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron50 quattro | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 528 L | 550 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1567 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,800 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |  Jeep Compass Altitude |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.92m | 4.55m-365mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.90m-35mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | Not available |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.70m+81mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.93m | 2.80m-128mm |
| Ground Clearance | 172mm | 200mm+28mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 528L | 550L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1567L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.2m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 2,585kg | 2,115kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,800kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 95kWh (better) | 74kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 290 mi (better) | 285 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 160kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £70,300 | £36,999 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £70,300 (not eligible) | £35,499 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Coupe 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 Sportback e-tron50 quattro | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 290 miles (better) | 285 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 242 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 31 min (better) | 35 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 189 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 89 kWh (better) | 74 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard (better) | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron50 quattro | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.6 sec | Not available |
| Power | 250 kW (better) | 155 kW |
| Torque | 664 Nm (better) | 345 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
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 Sportback e-tron
50 quattro
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Jeep Compass
Altitude
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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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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist76%
Euro NCAP - Jeep Compass Altitude
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist66%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron50 quattro | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron worth the extra £33,301 over the Jeep Compass?
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron costs £33,301 more than the Jeep Compass. For that premium it adds 95 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Jeep Compass comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron or the Jeep Compass?
The Jeep Compass is £33,301 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £208 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Jeep Compass comes out roughly £33,381 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 Sportback e-tron and Jeep Compass like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 242 miles for the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron and 193 miles for the Jeep Compass - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron goes roughly 49 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 31-35 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron or the Jeep Compass?
The Jeep Compass is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 35 mm narrower than the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 500 mm of total clearance for the Jeep Compass and about 465 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron or the Jeep Compass?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron and 84% for the Jeep Compass. 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.
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Data accuracy
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