Global EV Comparison: Cadillac Optiq V vs Audi Q8 e-tron S
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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 | Cadillac Optiq V | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €98100 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €81450 |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 6.3 |
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 | Cadillac Optiq V | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 443 km | 407 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 458 km |
| Range (GCC) | 421 km | 383 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 89 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 85 kWh | 106 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.2 kWh/100 km | 27.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.95 km/kWh | 3.61 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 3.8 |
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 | Cadillac Optiq V | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 6.8 |
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 | Cadillac Optiq V | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), 2 IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 387 kW | 370 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 519 hp | 496 hp |
| Motor Torque | 880 Nm | 973 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7 s | 4.5 s |
| Top Speed | 182 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.5 | 6.6 |
Dimensions
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4820 mm | 4915 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2126 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1976 mm |
| Height | 1644 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2954 mm | 2928 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 | Cadillac Optiq V | Audi Q8 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2470 kg | 2725 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 744 l | 569 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1603 l | 1637 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 62 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7 | 7.7 |
