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Audi Q8 e-tron vs Lexus NX comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 46,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Lexus NX?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs Lexus NX: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • considerably more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Lexus NX

4.8 (15 Reviews)
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  • substantially 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 NX is substantially cheaper – starting at 46,000 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,029 £.

As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers significantly more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 523 km more than the Lexus NX.

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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 considerably more power – delivering 503 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 211 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 NX takes 6.4 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

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, Lexus NX is clearly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 780 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers very slightly more boot space – 569 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries slightly more – 595 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 e-tron stands well ahead of its rival 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
Audi Q8 e-tron
Lexus NX

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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Lexus NX

The Lexus NX wraps striking, chiseled styling around a cabin that feels more crafted living room than utility vehicle, with soft materials and user-friendly tech that give it genuine premium cachet. On the road it's composed and quietly confident, trading sporty pretensions for a refined, easygoing personality that will suit buyers who want luxury without fuss — with a little Lexus flair to make daily commutes feel special.

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Audi Q8 e-tron
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption

Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 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
72 km
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
65 - 134 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
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
4,915 mm
Length
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Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
1,865 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
475 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Lexus
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