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Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron vs Polestar 4 Coupé
Selected trim50 quattro · 2023-25Change trim290 mi · 95 kWh · £70,300
Selected trimRear motorChange trim385 mi · 100 kWh · £56,750
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron stays competitive across the board, while the Polestar 4 Coupé leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Polestar 4 Coupé 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
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Polestar 4 Coupé wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValuePolestar
Audi
4.2
Polestar
6.2
Motorway RangePolestar
Audi
3
Polestar
6.3
Family
Audi
6.3
Polestar
6.4
Too close to call
ChargingPolestar
Audi
4.3
Polestar
8.2
Cost Per MilePolestar
Audi
0.7
Polestar
3.8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Polestar 4 Coupé
Rear motor
- £13,550 cheaper
- 95 miles more WLTP range
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 0.6 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron50 quattro | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £70,300 | £56,750 (better) |
| Official range | 290 miles | 385 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 528 L (better) | 526 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 31 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 5.6 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron
Polestar 4 Coupé
Length
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron4,915mm
Polestar 4 Coupé4,840mm-75mm
Width
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron1,935mm-73mm
Polestar 4 Coupé2,008mm
Height
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron1,619mm
Polestar 4 Coupé1,534mm-85mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron50 quattro | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,915 mm | 4,840 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,935 mm (better) | 2,008 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,189 mm | 2,139 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,619 mm | 1,534 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.2 m | 11.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 465 mm spare (better) | 392 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron50 quattro | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 528 L (better) | 526 L |
| 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 |  Polestar 4 Coupé Rear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.92m | 4.84m-75mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 2.01m+73mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | 2.14m-50mm |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.53m-85mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.93m | 3.00m+71mm |
| Ground Clearance | 172mm | 166mm-6mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 528L (better) | 526L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1567L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.2m | 11.64m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,585kg | 2,230kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,800kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 95kWh | 100kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 290 mi | 385 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 200kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £70,300 | £56,750 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Coupe SUV | Coupe SUV |
| Available | 2023–2025 | 2026+ |
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 | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 290 miles | 385 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 242 miles | 321 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 31 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 89 kWh | 100 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | Not available |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron50 quattro | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.6 sec | Not available |
| Power | 250 kW (better) | 200 kW |
| Torque | 664 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
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 - Polestar 4 Coupé Rear motor
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist79%
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Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron50 quattro | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron worth the extra £13,550 over the Polestar 4 Coupé?
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron costs £13,550 more than the Polestar 4 Coupé. For that premium it adds 50 kW more power. The Polestar 4 Coupé is not just cheaper - it also offers 95 miles more WLTP range and 50 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Polestar 4 Coupé comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron or the Polestar 4 Coupé?
The Polestar 4 Coupé is £13,550 cheaper to buy. The Polestar 4 Coupé is cheaper to charge, roughly £176 a year versus £224 for the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Polestar 4 Coupé comes out roughly £13,790 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 Polestar 4 Coupé 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 321 miles for the Polestar 4 Coupé - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Polestar 4 Coupé goes roughly 80 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron or the Polestar 4 Coupé?
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 73 mm narrower than the Polestar 4 Coupé. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 465 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron and about 392 mm of total clearance for the Polestar 4 Coupé. The Polestar 4 Coupé also turns in a 0.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
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Data accuracy
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