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Audi Q8 e-tron vs Hyundai IONIQ 6 comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 650 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 39,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Hyundai IONIQ 6?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs Hyundai IONIQ 6: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • clearly more trunk space
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Hyundai IONIQ 6

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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:

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.

Hyundai IONIQ 6 is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,000 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,015 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is significantly more efficient: consuming 13.4 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 6.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 680 km, about 85 km more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.

IONIQ 6

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 Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers clearly more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 503 HP. That’s roughly 147 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Audi Q8 e-tron takes 4.5 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers visibly more torque with 973 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 203 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, Hyundai IONIQ 6 is clearly lighter – 1,892 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 693 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers clearly more boot space – 569 L compared to 401 L. That’s a difference of about 168 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries noticeably more – 595 kg compared to 438 kg. That’s a difference of about 157 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is decisively ahead 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 £39,000
IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 469 - 680 km
Audi Q8 e-tron
Hyundai IONIQ 6

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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Audi Q8 e-tron
Hyundai IONIQ 6

Costs and Consumption

Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
39,000 - 64,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
469 - 680 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
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,134 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
401 L
Length
4,915 mm
Length
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Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
386 - 438 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Hyundai
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