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Audi Q8 e-tron vs Renault Rafale – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Renault Rafale?

Audi Q8 e-tron

Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

Renault Rafale has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37500 £, while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65100 £. That’s a price difference of around 27515 £.

As for range, the Audi Q8 e-tron performs decisively better – achieving up to 595 km, about 498 km more than the Renault Rafale.

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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 convincingly edge – offering 503 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 203 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Renault Rafale takes 6.40 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q8 e-tron performs somewhat better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Renault Rafale tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Renault Rafale is decisively lighter – 1734 kg compared to 2585 kg. The difference is around 851 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Rafale offers slight more room – 627 L compared to 569 L. That’s a difference of about 58 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Rafale performs to a small extent better – up to 1910 L, which is about 273 L more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q8 e-tron distinct takes the win – 595 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 151 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi Q8 e-tron shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Audi Q8 e-tron
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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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Renault Rafale

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The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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Reviews Renault Rafale

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Martin
4 Dec 2025, 08:40:43

As a Rafale owner, I'm happy with my choice. The car is spacious, feels luxurious, quiet, robust and very efficient at the same time. I also feel more “up to date” compared to the RAV4.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
65100 - 102800 £
Price
37500 - 49500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
97 km
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
14 - 109 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1734 - 2025 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Length
4915 mm
Length
4710 mm
Width
1937 - 1994 mm
Width
1886 mm
Height
1617 - 1683 mm
Height
1613 mm
Max trunk capacity
1567 - 1637 L
Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
415 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Renault

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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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