USA EV Comparison: Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro vs Kia EV9 GT Line AWD

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 Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…), which starts at $71900.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

While the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…).

The Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 210 kW, while the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) maxes out at 170 kW.

The Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 10.9 kW, whereas the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Although the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) has more power, the Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

The Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…).

The Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

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

The Kia EV9 GT Line AWD (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…).