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Audi Q8 e-tron vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Lexus ES?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs Lexus ES: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly 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.

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.

Lexus ES is clearly cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,472 £.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 503 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 285 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

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

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, Lexus ES is clearly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 905 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers noticeably more boot space – 569 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries clearly more – 595 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 e-tron is far ahead 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
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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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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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4.7 (2 Reviews)
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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L

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
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
4,915 mm
Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the Audi Q8 e-tron?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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