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Audi Q8 e-tron vs Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 770 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 306,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more trunk space
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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

  • noticeably more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Q8 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.

Audi Q8 e-tron is substantially cheaper – starting at 65,100 £ , while the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe costs 306,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 240,943 £.

DBS Superleggera Coupe

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 Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe offers noticeably more power – delivering 770 HP compared to 503 HP. That’s roughly 267 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Audi Q8 e-tron takes 4.5 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is noticeably faster – reaching 338 km/h, while the Audi Q8 e-tron tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 128 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers barely more torque with 973 Nm compared to 900 Nm. That’s about 73 Nm more.

Q8 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.

Seats: Audi Q8 e-tron offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is substantially lighter – 1,845 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 740 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers substantially more boot space – 569 L compared to 270 L. That’s a difference of about 299 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries clearly more – 595 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 e-tron 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 £65,100
Q8 e-tron

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 340 - 503 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 456 - 595 km
Audi Q8 e-tron
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

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Audi Q8 e-tron

The Audi Q8 e-tron wraps Audi’s usual premium polish into a quiet, composed electric SUV that feels refined and surprisingly effortless to drive. With a spacious, tech-forward cabin and understated road presence, it’s a practical yet stylish choice for buyers who want electric motoring without losing the dignity of a proper luxury SUV.

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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

The Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe looks like it was chiseled by a sculptor with a need for speed, pairing aristocratic elegance with a deliberately brutal stance. It delivers a mood‑altering soundtrack and intoxicating shove that turns ordinary drives into cinematic escapes — perfect for buyers who want drama without sacrificing refinement.

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Audi Q8 e-tron
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
306,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
314 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
Curb weight
1,845 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
270 L
Length
4,915 mm
Length
4,715 mm
Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Height
1,285 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
420 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
770 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
338 km/h
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
566 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
5,204 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Aston Martin
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