Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model X Plaid vs Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro
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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 Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) is not sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Tesla Model X Plaid | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €78150 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €57997 |
| GCC Score | 8.2 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
The Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…).
| Property | Tesla Model X Plaid | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 539 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 505 km |
| Range (GCC) | 512 km | 401 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 95 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.6 kWh/100 km | 22.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.39 km/kWh | 4.51 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8 | 5.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model X Plaid (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 | Tesla Model X Plaid | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 155 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.6 | 6.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Tesla Model X Plaid | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) | IM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 760 kW | 250 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 1020 hp | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1020 Nm | 664 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.8 s | 6 s |
| Top Speed | 262 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 8.1 | 5.4 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Tesla Model X Plaid | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5057 mm | 4915 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2271 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 2005 mm | 1937 mm |
| Height | 1680 mm | 1619 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2965 mm | 2928 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…) features a larger trunk, but the Tesla Model X Plaid (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 Tesla Model X Plaid (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2022-…).
| Property | Tesla Model X Plaid | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 6 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2464 kg | 2585 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 420 l | 528 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2492 l | 1567 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 183 l | 62 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2250 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.9 | 7.5 |
