USA EV Comparison: Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro vs Q8 Sportback e-tron S

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) has a starting price of $77800, compared to the Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…), which starts at $92600.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 170 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 9.6 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) and Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) are about the same size.

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Both models provide equal trunk space and the same total cargo volume when the rear seats are folded.

Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.

The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…).