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Audi Q8 e-tron vs BMW 2 Series comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 39,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or BMW 2 Series?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs BMW 2 Series: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • visibly more trunk space
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BMW 2 Series

  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW 2 Series is considerably cheaper – starting at 39,700 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,372 £.

2 Series

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 BMW 2 Series offers very slightly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 503 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Audi Q8 e-tron takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers markedly more torque with 973 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 323 Nm more.

Q8 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.

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

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is significantly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 1,025 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers visibly more boot space – 569 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 179 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries clearly more – 595 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 e-tron is clearly 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 £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
BMW 2 Series

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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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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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Audi Q8 e-tron
BMW 2 Series

Costs and Consumption

Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
129 - 226 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
390 L
Length
4,915 mm
Length
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Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
350 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
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