Global EV Comparison: XPENG G9 AWD Performance vs Audi Q8 e-tron S
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) has a starting price of €69600, compared to the Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…), which starts at €98100.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | XPENG G9 AWD Performance | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €69600 | €98100 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €64990 | €81450 |
| GCC Score | 7.4 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) has a larger battery, the XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | XPENG G9 AWD Performance | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 407 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 520 km | 458 km |
| Range (GCC) | 442 km | 383 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 98 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 93.1 kWh | 106 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.1 kWh/100 km | 27.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.75 km/kWh | 3.61 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 3.9 |
Charging
The XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 319 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 | XPENG G9 AWD Performance | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 319 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.4 | 6.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | XPENG G9 AWD Performance | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), 2 IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 405 kW | 370 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 543 hp | 496 hp |
| Motor Torque | 717 Nm | 973 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9 s | 4.5 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.3 | 6.6 |
Dimensions
The XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…).
The XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | XPENG G9 AWD Performance | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4891 mm | 4915 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1937 mm | 1976 mm |
| Height | 1670 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2998 mm | 2928 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Audi SQ8 e-tron (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 Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…).
| Property | XPENG G9 AWD Performance | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2415 kg | 2725 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 660 l | 569 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1576 l | 1637 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 71 l | 62 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.8 | 7.8 |
