Compare performance (503 HP vs 659 HP), boot space and price (65100 £ vs 71600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or BMW iX?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Audi Q8 e-tron has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 65100 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6514 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW iX: with 17.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Audi Q8 e-tron with 19.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.90 kWh.
As for electric range, the BMW iX performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 701 km, about 106 km more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.
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 iX has a distinct edge – offering 659 HP compared to 503 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Audi Q8 e-tron takes 4.50 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW iX performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Audi Q8 e-tron tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW iX pulls barely noticeable stronger with 1015 Nm compared to 973 Nm. That’s about 42 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, BMW iX is minimal lighter – 2525 kg compared to 2585 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers to a small extent more room – 569 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 69 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1750 L, which is about 113 L more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.
When it comes to payload, Audi Q8 e-tron hardly perceptible takes the win – 595 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
The BMW iX 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 iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.
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Price
65100 - 102800 £
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Price
71600 - 107100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh
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Electric Range
456 - 595 km
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Electric Range
600 - 701 km
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
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Battery Capacity
96 - 109.6 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2585 - 2725 kg
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Curb weight
2525 - 2655 kg
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Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
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Trunk capacity
500 L
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Length
4915 mm
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Length
4965 mm
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Width
1937 - 1994 mm
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Width
1970 mm
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Height
1617 - 1683 mm
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Height
1688 - 1695 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1567 - 1637 L
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Max trunk capacity
1750 L
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Payload
515 - 595 kg
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Payload
505 - 575 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
340 - 503 HP
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Power HP
408 - 659 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
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Torque
700 - 1015 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
250 - 370 kW
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Power kW
300 - 485 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
BMW
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The Audi Q8 e-tron is offered with All-Wheel Drive.