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Audi Q8 e-tron vs BYD Han comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 59,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or BYD Han?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs BYD Han: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • moderately more electric range
  • markedly more trunk space
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BYD Han

  • very slightly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately 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.

BYD Han is very slightly cheaper – starting at 59,200 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,897 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Han is only slightly more efficient: consuming 18.5 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers moderately more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 74 km more than the BYD Han.

Han

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 BYD Han offers only slightly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 503 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Audi Q8 e-tron takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi Q8 e-tron is a bit faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the BYD Han tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

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:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Han is moderately lighter – 2,325 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers markedly more boot space – 569 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 159 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries clearly more – 595 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 260 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
BYD Han

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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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BYD Han

The BYD Han is a sleek, cinematic fastback saloon that pairs dramatic styling with a surprisingly plush cabin and a genuinely high-tech feel. It undercuts established rivals on price while delivering composed handling, generous equipment and long-legged electric confidence — a car that will make badge-conscious buyers sit up and take notice.

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Audi Q8 e-tron
BYD Han

Costs and Consumption

Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
521 km
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4,915 mm
Length
4,995 mm
Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
335 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
380 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
BYD
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