Global EV Comparison: Audi Q8 e-tron S vs Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) has a starting price of €98100, compared to the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-...), which starts at €52990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | China, Germany, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €98100 | €52990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €81450 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 7.8 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 407 km | 526 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 458 km | 586 km |
| Range (GCC) | 383 km | 503 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 114 kWh | 78.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 106 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 27.7 kWh/100 km | 14.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.61 km/kWh | 6.71 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.9 | 9.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) maxes out at 170 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 | Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 170 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 6.8 | 7.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-...) has more power, the Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), 2 IM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 370 kW | 378 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 496 hp | 507 hp |
| Motor Torque | 973 Nm | 493 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 s | 4.8 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 201 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 5.7 |
Dimensions
The Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-...).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4915 mm | 4790 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2129 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1976 mm | 1982 mm |
| Height | 1631 mm | 1624 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2928 mm | 2890 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-...) 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 Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-...).
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2725 kg | 2072 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 569 l | 854 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1637 l | 2138 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 62 l | 117 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.8 | 7.8 |
