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Audi Q8 e-tron vs BMW 4 Series Convertible comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or BMW 4 Series Convertible?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs BMW 4 Series Convertible: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • visibly more trunk space
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BMW 4 Series Convertible

  • clearly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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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 4 Series Convertible is clearly cheaper – starting at 52,600 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,429 £.

4 Series Convertible

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Convertible offers marginally 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 4 Series Convertible is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Audi Q8 e-tron takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers markedly more torque with 973 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 273 Nm more.

Q8 e-tron

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Convertible is considerably lighter – 1,765 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 820 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers visibly more boot space – 569 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 184 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries noticeably 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 clearly superior 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 4 Series Convertible

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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 4 Series Convertible

The BMW 4 Series Convertible blends coupe-like elegance with open-top drama, its sleek profile and distinctive grille demanding attention whether the roof’s up or down. Behind the wheel it serves up taut handling and a refined ride, making it a rewarding choice for drivers who want sporty character without sacrificing everyday comfort — and yes, it looks spectacular when you drop the top.

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Audi Q8 e-tron
BMW 4 Series Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
52,600 - 97,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.2 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
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
136 - 231 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
Curb weight
1,765 - 2,055 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
4,915 mm
Length
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Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
1,852 - 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
345 - 420 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
135 - 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
E, F, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
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