Compare performance (503 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 31,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or BMW 2 Series Active Tourer?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is considerably cheaper – starting at 31,500 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,557 £.
As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers substantially more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 513 km more than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.
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 Q8 e-tron offers markedly more power – delivering 503 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers substantially more torque with 973 Nm compared to 477 Nm. That’s about 496 Nm more.
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, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is substantially lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 1,040 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers a bit more boot space – 569 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries moderately more – 595 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
The Audi Q8 e-tron holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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.
detailsThe BMW 2 Series Active Tourer turns the family MPV into something you’d actually want to park outside a café, pairing compact practicality with surprisingly premium cabin flair. It won’t thrill like a sports car, but it drives with the composed poise you expect from the badge and keeps daily life easy and un-fussy.
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Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
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Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
456 - 595 km
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Electric Range
82 km
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
65 - 140 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
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Curb weight
1,545 - 1,920 kg
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Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Length
4,915 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
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Width
1,824 mm
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Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
515 - 595 kg
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Payload
465 - 505 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
340 - 503 HP
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
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Torque
230 - 477 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
250 - 370 kW
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Power kW
90 - 240 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
BMW
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