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Audi Q4 e-tron vs VW Passat comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q4 e-tron or VW Passat?

Audi Q4 e-tron vs VW Passat: Key differences

Audi Q4 e-tron

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Passat

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • markedly 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

Q4 e-tron

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Passat is somewhat cheaper – starting at 36,500 £ , while the Audi Q4 e-tron costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,252 £.

As for electric range, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers significantly more range – reaching up to 592 km, about 457 km more than the VW Passat.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers slightly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q4 e-tron is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the VW Passat takes 7.1 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q4 e-tron delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 279 Nm more.

Q4 e-tron

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, VW Passat is clearly lighter – 1,573 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 462 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers markedly more boot space – 690 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 155 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries a bit more – 577 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 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.

from £40,700
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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Reviews Audi Q4 e-tron

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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Alain
10 Jun 2026, 00:16:47

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

VW Passat

The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Reviews VW Passat

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Voller
28 May 2026, 16:12:12

That's just a Passat. Too expensive in my opinion, but it's up to each person to decide whether to throw their money into VW's maw. The car itself is somehow a legend.

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Sjaak
5 Dec 2025, 19:42:23

Spacious car that drives nicely and keeps its value for a long time.

Jack
5 Dec 2025, 15:24:16

Pleasant to drive, roomy and solid. The hybrid version is also very economical.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,700 - 53,100 £
Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 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
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
28 - 153 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,035 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
515 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 515 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 340 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 250 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
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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