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Audi Q8 e-tron vs CUPRA Tavascan comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or CUPRA Tavascan?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs CUPRA Tavascan: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • clearly more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q8 e-tron

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

CUPRA Tavascan is considerably cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,286 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Tavascan is clearly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 4.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 38 km more than the CUPRA Tavascan.

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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 Audi Q8 e-tron offers clearly more power – delivering 503 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the CUPRA Tavascan takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers clearly more torque with 973 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 428 Nm more.

Q8 e-tron

Space and Everyday Use:

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, CUPRA Tavascan is visibly lighter – 2,096 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 489 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers barely more boot space – 569 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries slightly more – 595 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 77 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 e-tron holds a solid 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.

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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
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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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Reviews Audi Q8 e-tron

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CUPRA Tavascan

The Cupra Tavascan blends athletic styling with a premium, driver-focused cabin, giving the electric crossover a distinctly sporty character. It feels poised and engaging on the road while standing out with bold design cues and a modern, high-quality finish.

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David
25 Apr 2026, 10:57:49

Both are very good. The range and energy consumption is beter in the cupra. The cupra is also more responsive and it handles beter. The Kia is more spacious and slightly beter tech wise. The Kia is more a family car.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
42,800 - 50,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
441 - 557 km
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
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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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
Curb weight
2,096 - 2,273 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
540 L
Length
4,915 mm
Length
-
Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
507 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
CUPRA
What drive types are available for the Audi Q8 e-tron?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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