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Audi Q8 e-tron vs Renault Master Bus comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 36,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Renault Master Bus?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs Renault Master Bus: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • significantly more power
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Renault Master Bus

  • clearly cheaper
  • somewhat 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:

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.

Renault Master Bus is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,600 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,470 £.

Master Bus

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 offers significantly more power – delivering 503 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 323 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Audi Q8 e-tron is visibly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Renault Master Bus tops out at 165 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers considerably more torque with 973 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 573 Nm more.

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.

Seats: Renault Master Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Master Bus is somewhat lighter – 2,189 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 396 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Master Bus offers substantially more capacity – up to 4,840 L, about 3,203 L more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Bus carries considerably more – 1,254 kg compared to 595 kg. That’s a difference of about 659 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 e-tron leads convincingly 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
Renault Master Bus

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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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Renault Master Bus

The Renault Master Bus is a no-nonsense people carrier that trades flash for practicality, offering generous space for passengers and luggage with a sensible, robust feel. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want comfort and reliability over glamour — think dependable transport with a dash of French charm and a wry smile.

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Audi Q8 e-tron
Renault Master Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
36,600 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
227 - 280 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
105 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 9
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,915 mm
Length
5,075 - 5,575 mm
Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
2,070 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
939 - 1,254 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
135 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 165 km/h
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
360 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
99 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,299 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Renault
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