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Audi Q4 e-tron vs Porsche Cayenne - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (340 HP vs 1156 HP), boot space and price (39600 £ vs 87000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q4 e-tron or Porsche Cayenne?

Audi Q4 e-tron

Porsche Cayenne

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

Q4 e-tron

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi Q4 e-tron has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39600 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47443 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Audi Q4 e-tron: with 15.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the Porsche Cayenne with 19.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.80 kWh.

As for electric range, the Porsche Cayenne performs slightly better – achieving up to 642 km, about 88 km more than the Audi Q4 e-tron.

Cayenne

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayenne has a convincingly edge – offering 1156 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 816 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 2.50 s, while the Audi Q4 e-tron takes 5.40 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs decisively better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Audi Q4 e-tron tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 125 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls significantly stronger with 1500 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 821 Nm difference.

Q4 e-tron

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi Q4 e-tron is slight lighter – 2035 kg compared to 2130 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers clearly perceptible more room – 781 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 246 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Porsche Cayenne performs to a small extent better – up to 1708 L, which is about 218 L more than the Audi Q4 e-tron.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Cayenne noticeable takes the win – 705 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 190 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Porsche Cayenne shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £87,000
Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 - 1156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4 - 12.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.7 - 20.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 74 - 642 km
Audi Q4 e-tron
Porsche Cayenne

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Audi Q4 e-tron

The Audi Q4 e-tron brings Audi polish into the electric crossover scene, pairing a sleek exterior with a refined, airy interior that makes everyday driving feel distinctly premium. It’s an easy-to-live-with EV that balances comfort and real-world usability with intuitive tech, making it a smart choice for buyers who want electric mobility without giving up Audi character — and yes, it still looks good in the driveway.

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Porsche Cayenne

Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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Audi Q4 e-tron
Porsche Cayenne

Costs and Consumption

Price
39600 - 58800 £
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 17.4 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
406 - 554 km
Electric Range
74 - 642 km
Battery Capacity
59 - 77 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2035 - 2235 kg
Curb weight
2130 - 2720 kg
Trunk capacity
520 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
4588 mm
Length
4930 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1980 - 1989 mm
Height
1614 - 1632 mm
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Max trunk capacity
1460 - 1490 L
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Payload
505 - 515 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 340 HP
Power HP
353 - 1156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
500 - 1500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
150 - 250 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Porsche
What drive types are available for the Audi Q4 e-tron?

The Audi Q4 e-tron is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.