Global EV Comparison: Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro vs e-tron Sportback S
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General Info
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €89550. The Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €45890 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro | Audi e-tron Sportback S |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2020-2022 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €89550 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €66445 | €45890 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022).
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro | Audi e-tron Sportback S |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 476 km | 341 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 600 km | 380 km |
| Range (GCC) | 467 km | 320 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 114 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 106 kWh | 86.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22.7 kWh/100 km | 27 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.41 km/kWh | 3.7 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 3.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 170 kW, while the Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022) 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 55 quattro | Audi e-tron Sportback S |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 170 kW | 155 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.8 | 6.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro | Audi e-tron Sportback 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 | 5.6 s | 4.5 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.6 | 6.6 |
Dimensions
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) and Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro | Audi e-tron Sportback S |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4915 mm | 4902 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1937 mm | 1976 mm |
| Height | 1619 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2928 mm | 2928 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi e-tron Sportback S (2020-2022) 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 Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro | Audi e-tron Sportback S |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2585 kg | 2695 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 528 l | 615 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1567 l | 1594 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 62 l | 60 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.5 | 7.5 |
