Global EV Comparison: Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro vs Porsche Macan 4 Electric

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) has a starting price of €89550, compared to the Porsche Macan 4 Electric (2024-…), which starts at €84100.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Even though the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) has a larger battery, the Porsche Macan 4 Electric (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

The Porsche Macan 4 Electric (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Porsche Macan 4 Electric (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) maxes out at 170 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.

Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Porsche Macan 4 Electric (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Porsche Macan 4 Electric (2024-…).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The Porsche Macan 4 Electric (2024-…) features a larger trunk, but the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.

The Porsche Macan 4 Electric (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…).