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Audi Q8 e-tron vs VW ID.7 comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or VW ID.7?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs VW ID.7: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • markedly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space

VW ID.7

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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • somewhat lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Q8 e-tron

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.

VW ID.7 is substantially cheaper – starting at 46,400 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,682 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.7 is significantly more efficient: consuming 13.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 6.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.7 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 708 km, about 113 km more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.

ID.7

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 Audi Q8 e-tron offers markedly more power – delivering 503 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the VW ID.7 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi Q8 e-tron is slightly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the VW ID.7 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers clearly more torque with 973 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 294 Nm more.

Q8 e-tron

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.7 is somewhat lighter – 2,180 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 405 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers marginally more boot space – 569 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,637 L, about 51 L more than the VW ID.7.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries noticeably more – 595 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 e-tron is clearly ahead overall 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
VW ID.7

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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VW ID.7

VW ID.7 arrives as Volkswagen's electric grand tourer, pairing a low-slung, aerodynamic silhouette with a calm, understated interior that prioritizes comfort and space. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a relaxed, high-tech cruiser that covers motorway miles with poise rather than bravado.

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Audi Q8 e-tron
VW ID.7

Costs and Consumption

Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
46,400 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
594 - 708 km
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
Curb weight
2,180 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
4,915 mm
Length
4,961 mm
Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Height
1,535 - 1,536 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Max trunk capacity
1,586 L
Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
460 - 465 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
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
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