USA EV Comparison: Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S vs NIO EL6 Long Range
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) has a starting price of $92600, while the NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | NIO EL6 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| 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 | 7 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) has a larger battery, the NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | NIO EL6 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 253 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 293 mi | 329 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 242 mi | 280 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 114 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 106 kWh | 90 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 43.8 kWh/100 mi | 32.1 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.28 mi/kWh | 3.11 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.1 | 6.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 180 kW, while the Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) maxes out at 170 kW.
The NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) 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 | NIO EL6 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 9.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 170 kW | 180 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.8 | 7 |
Performance
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.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | NIO EL6 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), 2 IM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 370 kW | 360 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 496 hp | 483 hp |
| Motor Torque | 718 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.2 s | 4.3 s |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 124 mph |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 6 |
Dimensions
The NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | NIO EL6 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 193.5 in | 191.1 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 86.2 in | 87.1 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 77.8 in | 78.5 in |
| Height | 63.7 in | 67 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.3 in | 114.8 in |
Cargo and Towing
The NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) 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 NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…).
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron S | NIO EL6 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 6118 lb | 5286 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 18.6 ft3 | 20.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 55.3 ft3 | 50.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 2.2 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 3300 lb | 2645 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.5 | 7.4 |
