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Audi Q8 e-tron vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 67,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Polestar 3?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs Polestar 3: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • very slightly cheaper
  • moderately more trunk space
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Polestar 3

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  • visibly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit 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:

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

Audi Q8 e-tron is very slightly cheaper – starting at 65,100 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,571 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 3 is slightly more efficient: consuming 17.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 647 km, about 52 km more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.

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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 Polestar 3 offers visibly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 503 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Audi Q8 e-tron takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers a bit more torque with 973 Nm compared to 870 Nm. That’s about 103 Nm more.

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, Polestar 3 is a bit lighter – 2,315 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers moderately more boot space – 569 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries marginally more – 645 kg compared to 595 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 is decisively ahead 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.

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Polestar 3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 601 - 647 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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Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
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
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
601 - 647 km
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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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
2,315 - 2,525 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
4,915 mm
Length
-
Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
605 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Polestar
What drive types are available for the Audi Q8 e-tron?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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