Global EV Comparison: Audi e-tron 55 quattro vs Q8 e-tron S
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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 e-tron 55 quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2019-2022 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €98100 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €25390 | €81450 |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 6.3 |
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 e-tron 55 quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 357 km | 407 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 441 km | 458 km |
| Range (GCC) | 349 km | 383 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 95 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 86.5 kWh | 106 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 24.8 kWh/100 km | 27.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.03 km/kWh | 3.61 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4 | 3.8 |
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 e-tron 55 quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 155 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.7 | 6.8 |
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 e-tron 55 quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), IM (rear) | IM (front), 2 IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 370 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 496 hp |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm | 973 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 s | 4.5 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.6 | 6.6 |
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 e-tron 55 quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4901 mm | 4915 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2192 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1935 mm | 1976 mm |
| Height | 1616 mm | 1631 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 e-tron 55 quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2565 kg | 2725 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 660 l | 569 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1725 l | 1637 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 50 l | 62 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.7 | 7.7 |
