USA EV Comparison: Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S vs BYD Tang Flagship
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General Info
The Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of $92600. Although the BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price USA (New) | $92600 | - Price USA (New) |
| Price USA (Used) | $67950 | - Price USA (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
The BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…).
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 253 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 293 mi | 329 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 242 mi | 280 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 114 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 106 kWh | 108.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 43.8 kWh/100 mi | 38.9 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.28 mi/kWh | 2.57 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4 | 5.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 170 kW.
The BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 9.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 170 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.8 | 7.1 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) has more power, the Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), 2 IM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 370 kW | 380 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 496 hp | 510 hp |
| Motor Torque | 718 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.2 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 118 mph |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 5.9 |
Dimensions
The BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…).
The Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 193.5 in | 195.7 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 86.2 in | 83.9 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 77.8 in | 77 in |
| Height | 63.7 in | 68.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.3 in | 111 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…), but the BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The BYD Tang Flagship (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…).
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Curb Weight | 6118 lb | 5798 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 18.6 ft3 | 8.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 55.3 ft3 | 58.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 2.2 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 3300 lb | 3307 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.5 | 8 |
