Global EV Comparison: Kia EV9 Long Range AWD vs Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) has a starting price of €76490, compared to the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…), which starts at €78150.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…).

The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 210 kW, while the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) maxes out at 155 kW.

The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) is limited to 10.5 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) boasts greater motor power.

The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…).

The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) features a larger trunk, but the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.

The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…).