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Audi Q4 e-tron vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q4 e-tron or Subaru Crosstrek?

Audi Q4 e-tron vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

Audi Q4 e-tron

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Subaru Crosstrek

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  • markedly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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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

Q4 e-tron

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.

Subaru Crosstrek is markedly cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the Audi Q4 e-tron costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,809 £.

Crosstrek

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 Audi Q4 e-tron offers substantially more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q4 e-tron is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q4 e-tron delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 497 Nm more.

Q4 e-tron

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Crosstrek is markedly lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 440 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers considerably more boot space – 535 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 220 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q4 e-tron carries marginally more – 515 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q4 e-tron is far ahead overall 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.

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Q4 e-tron

Audi Q4 e-tron

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 440 - 592 km
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Audi Q4 e-tron

The Audi Q4 e-tron blends Audi’s clean, modern styling with a practical, well-built interior, making it a refined option for buyers who want a premium electric compact SUV. It offers a quiet, composed ride and intuitive tech, so it’s well suited to daily commuting and family duties while keeping the switch to electric straightforward.

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A more attractive vehicle inside and out, with German reliability.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,700 - 53,100 £
Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
440 - 592 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
515 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 515 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 340 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 250 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Subaru
Is the Audi Q4 e-tron offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi Q4 e-tron is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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