Global EV Comparison: Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD

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 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD (2024-…), which starts at €59400.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Even though the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) has a larger battery, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 263 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.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Although the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) has more power, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD (2024-…).

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) features a larger trunk, but the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD (2024-…) 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 Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range AWD (2024-…).