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Audi Q8 e-tron vs BMW XM - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (503 HP vs 748 HP), boot space and price (65100 £ vs 114700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or BMW XM?
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.
Audi Q8 e-tron has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 65100 £ , while the BMW XM costs 114700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49628 £.
As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron performs convincingly better – achieving up to 595 km, about 515 km more than the BMW XM.
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Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW XM has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 748 HP compared to 503 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is somewhat 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 XM 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 XM pulls slight stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 973 Nm. That’s about 27 Nm difference.
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Q8 e-tron
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: BMW XM offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Audi Q8 e-tron is slight lighter – 2585 kg compared to 2695 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers barely noticeable more room – 569 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW XM performs slightly better – up to 1820 L, which is about 183 L more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.
When it comes to payload, Audi Q8 e-tron somewhat takes the win – 595 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Audi Q8 e-tron proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q8 e-tron is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £65,100
Audi Q8 e-tron
Audi Q8 e-tron
BMW XM
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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 XM
The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.
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Audi Q8 e-tron
BMW XM
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
65100 - 102800 £
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Price
114700 - 157200 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
456 - 595 km
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Electric Range
77 - 80 km
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
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Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
105 - 138 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
69 L
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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
7
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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
2695 - 2795 kg
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Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
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Trunk capacity
527 L
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Length
4915 mm
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Length
5110 mm
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Width
1937 - 1994 mm
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Width
2005 mm
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Height
1617 - 1683 mm
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Height
1755 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1567 - 1637 L
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Max trunk capacity
1820 L
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Payload
515 - 595 kg
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Payload
505 - 525 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
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
Automatic 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
476 - 748 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
250 km/h
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
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Torque
700 - 1000 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
250 - 370 kW
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Power kW
350 - 550 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
2998 - 4395 cm3
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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
C, E
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
BMW
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What drive types are available for the Audi Q8 e-tron?
The Audi Q8 e-tron is offered with All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.