Compare performance (503 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (65100 £ vs 35100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Peugeot 408?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Peugeot 408 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35100 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29940 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Peugeot 408: with 14.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeable more efficient than the Audi Q8 e-tron with 19.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.90 kWh.
As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron performs evident better – achieving up to 595 km, about 140 km more than the Peugeot 408.
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 decisively edge – offering 503 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 278 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.20 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs slight better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Audi Q8 e-tron tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q8 e-tron pulls clearly stronger with 973 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 613 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Peugeot 408 is clearly lighter – 1544 kg compared to 2585 kg. The difference is around 1041 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers hardly perceptible more room – 569 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q8 e-tron performs slight better – up to 1637 L, which is about 54 L more than the Peugeot 408.
When it comes to payload, Audi Q8 e-tron noticeable takes the win – 595 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 139 kg.
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.
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 Peugeot 408 blends a coupe-like roofline with practical sensibility, delivering striking looks and a surprisingly airy, premium-feeling cabin. On the road it prefers comfort and poise over manic thrills, making it a smart, stylish choice for buyers who want something a bit different from the usual family hatchback.
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Price
65100 - 102800 £
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Price
35100 - 48000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
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Electric Range
456 - 595 km
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
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Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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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
1544 - 1879 kg
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Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
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Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
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Length
4915 mm
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Length
4687 mm
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Width
1937 - 1994 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
1617 - 1683 mm
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Height
1478 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1567 - 1637 L
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
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Payload
515 - 595 kg
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
340 - 503 HP
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
250 - 370 kW
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Peugeot
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The Audi Q8 e-tron is offered with All-Wheel Drive.