Compare performance (503 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (65100 £ vs 49200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Volvo XC60?
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.
Volvo XC60 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49200 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15866 £.
As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron performs convincingly better – achieving up to 595 km, about 513 km more than the Volvo XC60.
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 hardly perceptible edge – offering 503 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi Q8 e-tron performs somewhat better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q8 e-tron pulls evident stronger with 973 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 264 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, Volvo XC60 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1900 kg compared to 2585 kg. The difference is around 685 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers to a small extent more room – 569 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 86 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q8 e-tron performs barely noticeable better – up to 1637 L, which is about 94 L more than the Volvo XC60.
When it comes to payload, Audi Q8 e-tron barely noticeable takes the win – 595 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
The Audi Q8 e-tron sits well ahead of its rival 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 Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.
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Price
65100 - 102800 £
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Price
49200 - 75100 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 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
74 - 82 km
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
64 - 169 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
71 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
1900 - 2150 kg
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Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
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Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
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Length
4915 mm
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Length
4708 mm
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Width
1937 - 1994 mm
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Width
1902 mm
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Height
1617 - 1683 mm
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Height
1651 - 1655 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1567 - 1637 L
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
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Payload
515 - 595 kg
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Payload
510 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
340 - 503 HP
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
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Torque
350 - 709 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
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Volvo
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The Audi Q8 e-tron is offered with All-Wheel Drive.