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Audi Q8 e-tron vs Mazda MX-30 comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Mazda MX-30?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs Mazda MX-30: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Mazda MX-30

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  • significantly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • noticeably 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:

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.

Mazda MX-30 is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,209 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mazda MX-30 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 18.3 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 1.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers clearly more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 510 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

MX-30

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 170 HP. That’s roughly 333 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi Q8 e-tron is noticeably faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 70 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, Mazda MX-30 is noticeably lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 736 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers noticeably more boot space – 569 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 219 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,637 L, about 482 L more than the Mazda MX-30.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries markedly more – 595 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 193 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
Mazda MX-30

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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 MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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Audi Q8 e-tron
Mazda MX-30

Costs and Consumption

Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
22 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Length
4,915 mm
Length
4,395 mm
Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
402 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
125 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
830 cm3

General

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