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Audi Q8 e-tron vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Ford Explorer EV?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • visibly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • noticeably lighter

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:

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.

Ford Explorer EV is considerably cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,857 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 5.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 7 km more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.

Explorer EV

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 Audi Q8 e-tron offers visibly 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 moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers visibly more torque with 973 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 294 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, Ford Explorer EV is noticeably lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 589 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers a bit more boot space – 569 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries barely more – 595 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV holds a narrow 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.

from £34,200
Explorer EV

Ford Explorer EV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 417 - 602 km
Audi Q8 e-tron
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Ford Explorer EV

The Ford Explorer EV translates the familiar big‑American SUV presence into whisper‑quiet electric motoring, offering roomy seating and a tech‑forward cabin that will please families and road‑trippers alike. It drives with more composure than its boxy looks suggest, blending a comfortable ride and eager acceleration while undercutting the guilt of gas stops — a practical, modern alternative for buyers who want Explorer space with electric charm.

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Audi Q8 e-tron
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
34,200 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

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
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
4,915 mm
Length
-
Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
531 - 585 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
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Ford
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