Compare performance (503 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (65100 £ vs 57900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Land Rover Defender?
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.
Land Rover Defender has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 57900 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7200 £.
As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron performs convincingly better – achieving up to 595 km, about 547 km more than the Land Rover Defender.
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 Land Rover Defender has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 635 HP compared to 503 HP. That’s roughly 132 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Audi Q8 e-tron takes 4.50 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 210 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q8 e-tron pulls distinct stronger with 973 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 223 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Land Rover Defender offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.
In curb weight, Land Rover Defender is somewhat lighter – 2300 kg compared to 2585 kg. The difference is around 285 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers evident more room – 786 L compared to 569 L. That’s a difference of about 217 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Defender performs a bit better – up to 1875 L, which is about 238 L more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.
When it comes to payload, Land Rover Defender noticeable takes the win – 819 kg compared to 595 kg. That’s a difference of about 224 kg.
The Audi Q8 e-tron shows small but noticeable advantages 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.
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.
detailsThe Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.
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Price
65100 - 102800 £
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Price
57900 - 172000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 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
48 km
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
135 - 324 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
90 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 8
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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
2300 - 2745 kg
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Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Length
4915 mm
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Length
5003 mm
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Width
1937 - 1994 mm
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Width
2008 mm
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Height
1617 - 1683 mm
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Height
1995 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1567 - 1637 L
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Max trunk capacity
1875 L
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Payload
515 - 595 kg
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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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
200 - 635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
250 - 370 kW
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1997 - 5000 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
G, D
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Land Rover
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The Audi Q8 e-tron is offered with All-Wheel Drive.