USA EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.5 GTX vs Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro
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General Info
While both vehicles are currently in production, they are not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| GCC Score | 7 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) has a larger battery, the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 331 mi | 314 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 281 mi | 249 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 77 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 27.4 kWh/100 mi | 35.7 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.65 mi/kWh | 2.8 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.7 | 5.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) maxes out at 155 kW.
The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 9.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 175 kW | 155 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 6.7 | 6.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 250 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | 501 lb-ft | 490 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 5.2 s | 5.8 s |
| Top Speed | 111 mph | 124 mph |
| Performance Score | 5.3 | 5.4 |
Dimensions
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…).
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 181.1 in | 193.5 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 83 in | 86.2 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 72.9 in | 76.3 in |
| Height | 63.6 in | 63.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.1 in | 115.3 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…), but the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4943 lb | 5390 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 19.4 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 55.1 ft3 | 55.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 2.2 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | 2645 lb | 4000 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.7 | 7.5 |
