Global EV Comparison: Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro vs Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…) has a starting price of €59000, compared to the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…), which starts at €78150.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Germany | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €59000 | €78150 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €51450 | €57997 |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) has a larger battery, the Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 415 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 523 km | 505 km |
| Range (GCC) | 415 km | 401 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 77 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.6 kWh/100 km | 22.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.39 km/kWh | 4.51 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.8 | 5.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (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 Q4 e-tron 55 quattro | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 175 kW | 155 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.7 | 6.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM | IM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 250 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | 679 Nm | 664 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 s | 6 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.3 | 5.4 |
Dimensions
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…).
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4588 mm | 4915 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1865 mm | 1937 mm |
| Height | 1632 mm | 1619 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2764 mm | 2928 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…), but the Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro (2023-…).
| Property | Audi Q4 e-tron 55 quattro | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2235 kg | 2585 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 520 l | 528 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1490 l | 1567 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 62 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1200 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.7 | 7.5 |
