Global EV Comparison: Audi Q8 e-tron S vs Cadillac Optiq V
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General Info
The Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €98100. Although the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €98100 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €81450 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) has a larger battery, the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 407 km | 443 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 458 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 383 km | 421 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 114 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 106 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 27.7 kWh/100 km | 20.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.61 km/kWh | 4.95 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.8 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 170 kW, while the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) maxes out at 150 kW.
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 170 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 6.8 | 6.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), 2 IM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 370 kW | 387 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 496 hp | 519 hp |
| Motor Torque | 973 Nm | 880 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 s | 3.7 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 182 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 6.5 |
Dimensions
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4915 mm | 4820 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2126 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1976 mm | - Width (w/o Mirrors) |
| Height | 1631 mm | 1644 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2928 mm | 2954 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…), but the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Audi SQ8 e-tron (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1800 kg, whereas the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron S | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2725 kg | 2470 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 569 l | 744 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1637 l | 1603 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 62 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.7 | 7 |
