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Audi Q8 e-tron vs Mazda CX-5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (503 HP vs 141 HP), boot space and price (65100 £ vs 30000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Mazda CX-5?

Audi Q8 e-tron

Mazda CX-5

4.9 (20 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q8 e-tron @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda CX-5 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £, while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65100 £. That’s a price difference of around 35057 £.

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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 Audi Q8 e-tron has a clearly edge – offering 503 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 362 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 6 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q8 e-tron performs minimal better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q8 e-tron pulls clearly stronger with 973 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 735 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Mazda CX-5 is significantly lighter – 1629 kg compared to 2585 kg. The difference is around 956 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers slight more room – 583 L compared to 569 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs to a small extent better – up to 2019 L, which is about 382 L more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.

Who wins the race?

The Audi Q8 e-tron proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q8 e-tron is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £65,100
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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
  • 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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Mazda CX-5

4.9 (20 Reviews)
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The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
65100 - 102800 £
Price
30000 - 39500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
157 - 168 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2585 - 2725 kg
Curb weight
1629 - 1671 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
583 L
Length
4915 mm
Length
4690 mm
Width
1937 - 1994 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1617 - 1683 mm
Height
1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1567 - 1637 L
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
141 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
195 km/h
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
238 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
104 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2488 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mazda

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What drive types are available for the Audi Q8 e-tron?

The Audi Q8 e-tron is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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