Global EV Comparison: Audi Q8 e-tron S vs e-tron 55 quattro
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General Info
The Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €98100. The Audi e-tron 55 quattro (2019-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €25390 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Audi e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2019-2022 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €98100 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €81450 | €25390 |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Audi e-tron 55 quattro (2019-2022).
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Audi e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 407 km | 357 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 458 km | 441 km |
| Range (GCC) | 383 km | 349 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 114 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 106 kWh | 86.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 27.7 kWh/100 km | 24.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.61 km/kWh | 4.03 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.9 | 4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 170 kW, while the Audi e-tron 55 quattro (2019-2022) maxes out at 155 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Audi e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 170 kW | 155 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.8 | 6.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Audi e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), 2 IM (rear) | IM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 370 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 496 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 973 Nm | 664 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 s | 5.7 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 5.5 |
Dimensions
The Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Audi e-tron 55 quattro (2019-2022).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Audi e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4915 mm | 4901 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2192 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1976 mm | 1935 mm |
| Height | 1631 mm | 1616 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2928 mm | 2928 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi e-tron 55 quattro (2019-2022) 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.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1800 kg).
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Audi e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2725 kg | 2565 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 569 l | 660 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1637 l | 1725 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 62 l | 50 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.7 | 7.7 |
