Compare performance (503 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or VW Tiguan?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Tiguan is clearly cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,479 £.
As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers substantially more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 469 km more than the VW Tiguan.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers substantially 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 noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Tiguan is very slightly faster – reaching 215 km/h, while the Audi Q8 e-tron tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers considerably more torque with 973 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 573 Nm more.
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 Tiguan is substantially lighter – 1,599 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 986 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers a bit more boot space – 652 L compared to 569 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,637 L, about 151 L more than the VW Tiguan.
When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries a bit more – 595 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 kg.
The Audi Q8 e-tron is clearly superior 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.
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 VW Tiguan is a calm, family‑first compact SUV that impresses with cavernous rear room, a versatile boot and sofa‑like seats that make motorway miles feel effortless, while its revamped infotainment is quicker and cleaner than before. It does demand a healthy budget and some compromises — the cabin leans heavily on touch controls for climate and the limited rear child‑seat anchoring and wide mirrors can frustrate buyers who prize simplicity or maximal flexibility.
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Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
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Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
456 - 595 km
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
45 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
2,585 - 2,725 kg
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Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
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Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
4,915 mm
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Length
4,539 mm
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Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
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Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
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Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
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Height
1,658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
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Payload
515 - 595 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
340 - 503 HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
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Torque
220 - 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
96 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
VW
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