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Audi Q8 e-tron vs VW Tayron comparison

Compare performance (503 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or VW Tayron?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs VW Tayron: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • significantly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Tayron

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 Tayron is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,445 £.

As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers substantially more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 472 km more than the VW Tayron.

Tayron

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 272 HP. That’s roughly 231 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the VW Tayron takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Tayron is only slightly faster – reaching 221 km/h, while the Audi Q8 e-tron tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 11 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers clearly 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Tayron is considerably lighter – 1,682 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 903 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tayron offers markedly more boot space – 885 L compared to 569 L. That’s a difference of about 316 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Tayron offers clearly more capacity – up to 2,090 L, about 453 L more than the Audi Q8 e-tron.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries only slightly more – 595 kg compared to 566 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 e-tron is far 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
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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 Tayron

The VW Tayron is Volkswagen's roomy, no-nonsense SUV that pairs clean, familiar styling with a practical cabin built for families and everyday use. It rides comfortably, packs sensible tech and creature comforts, and feels like the sensible sweater of SUVs for buyers who prefer steady value over headline-grabbing drama.

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4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Charley
12 Apr 2026, 05:53:48

Good-looking model. Comfortable but also sporty to drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
39,600 - 56,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
Curb weight
1,682 - 1,948 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
4,915 mm
Length
4,792 mm
Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
1,853 - 1,866 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Height
1,666 - 1,668 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Max trunk capacity
2,090 L
Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
489 - 566 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
204 - 221 km/h
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Audi Q8 e-tron?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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