Compare performance (503 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (65100 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Skoda Kodiaq?
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.
Skoda Kodiaq has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28209 £.
As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron performs decisively better – achieving up to 595 km, about 473 km more than the Skoda Kodiaq.
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 265 HP. That’s roughly 238 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.30 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs barely noticeable better – reaching 231 km/h, while the Audi Q8 e-tron tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q8 e-tron pulls convincingly stronger with 973 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 573 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is significantly lighter – 1684 kg compared to 2585 kg. The difference is around 901 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers distinct more room – 910 L compared to 569 L. That’s a difference of about 341 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs noticeable better – up to 2105 L, which is about 468 L more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.
When it comes to payload, Audi Q8 e-tron slight takes the win – 595 kg compared to 563 kg. That’s a difference of about 32 kg.
The Audi Q8 e-tron proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q8 e-tron is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Skoda Kodiaq blends sensible practicality with surprising style, so families and weekend adventurers get roomy comfort without looking like a moving van. It feels calm and composed on the road, packs clever storage and user-friendly tech, and manages to deliver a near-premium vibe without the pretension.
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Price
65100 - 102800 £
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Price
36800 - 49600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
456 - 595 km
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Electric Range
119 - 122 km
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
35 - 186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 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
1684 - 1970 kg
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Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
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Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
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Length
4915 mm
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Length
4758 - 4761 mm
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Width
1937 - 1994 mm
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Width
1864 mm
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Height
1617 - 1683 mm
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Height
1663 - 1683 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1567 - 1637 L
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Max trunk capacity
2105 L
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Payload
515 - 595 kg
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Payload
460 - 563 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
340 - 503 HP
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 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
110 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 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
F, G, E, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Skoda
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The Audi Q8 e-tron is offered with All-Wheel Drive.