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Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs Audi Q8 comparison

Compare performance (520 HP vs 640 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 77,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Stelvio or Audi Q8?

Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs Audi Q8: Key differences

Alfa Romeo Stelvio

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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Audi Q8

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Stelvio

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Alfa Romeo Stelvio is considerably cheaper – starting at 51,900 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,372 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q8 uses 3.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Alfa Romeo Stelvio with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

Q8

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 offers somewhat more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 520 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Alfa Romeo Stelvio takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers noticeably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

Stelvio

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Alfa Romeo Stelvio is a bit lighter – 1,820 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 355 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 offers somewhat more boot space – 605 L compared to 525 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries slightly more – 665 kg compared to 590 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £77,300
Q8

Audi Q8

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 231 - 640 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 80 km
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The Audi Q8 wraps coupe-like flair around a burly SUV stance, serving up a cabin dressed in premium materials and smart tech that puts comfort and swagger front and center. It’s composed and comfortable on long runs yet happy to play when asked, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want head-turning looks without surrendering everyday practicality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,900 - 93,300 £
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
80 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 267 g/km
co2
88 - 297 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,820 - 1,925 kg
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,903 - 1,955 mm
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 - 590 kg
Payload
620 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
210 - 520 HP
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
470 - 600 Nm
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
154 - 382 kW
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Engine capacity
2,143 - 2,891 cm3
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Brand
Audi
Is the Alfa Romeo Stelvio offered with different drivetrains?

The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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