Global EV Comparison: Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro vs Cupra Tavascan VZ
Struggling to Decide? Let AI Help!
Your AI Summary Is Ready!
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) has a starting price of €78150, compared to the Cupra Tavascan VZ (2023-…), which starts at €60780.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | Cupra Tavascan VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €78150 | €60780 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €57997 | €47000 |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) has a larger battery, the Cupra Tavascan VZ (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | Cupra Tavascan VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 505 km | 521 km |
| Range (GCC) | 401 km | 452 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 95 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 89 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22.2 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.51 km/kWh | 5.87 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.4 | 7.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 155 kW, while the Cupra Tavascan VZ (2023-…) maxes out at 135 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | Cupra Tavascan VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 155 kW | 135 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.4 | 6.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Cupra Tavascan VZ (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | Cupra Tavascan VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), IM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 250 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm | 680 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6 s | 5.5 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.4 | 5.3 |
Dimensions
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Cupra Tavascan VZ (2023-…).
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | Cupra Tavascan VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4915 mm | 4644 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1937 mm | 1861 mm |
| Height | 1619 mm | 1597 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2928 mm | 2766 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…), but the Cupra Tavascan VZ (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 Cupra Tavascan VZ (2023-…).
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | Cupra Tavascan VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2585 kg | 2273 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 528 l | 540 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1567 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 62 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1200 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.5 | 6.5 |
