Global EV Comparison: Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) has a starting price of €78150, while the Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT (2025-...) is not sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | Indonesia, Singapore, South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €78150 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €57997 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT (2025-...).
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 417 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 505 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 401 km | 396 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 95 kWh | 84 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 89 kWh | 80 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22.2 kWh/100 km | 20.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.51 km/kWh | 4.95 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.4 | 6 |
Charging
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT (2025-...) 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 XRT (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 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 Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 155 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.4 | 7.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) has more power, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT (2025-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 239 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 320 hp |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm | 605 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6 s | 5.2 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 185 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.4 | 5.2 |
Dimensions
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT (2025-...).
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT (2025-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4915 mm | 4655 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2152 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1937 mm | 1890 mm |
| Height | 1619 mm | 1625 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2928 mm | 3000 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) features a larger trunk, but the Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT (2025-...) 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-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1800 kg, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2585 kg | 2135 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 528 l | 520 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1567 l | 1580 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 62 l | 24 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.5 | 6.7 |
