VS

Audi Q8 e-tron vs VW Tiguan comparison

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?

Audi Q8 e-tron vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
details

VW Tiguan

4.1 (9 Reviews)
rate
  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
details

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:

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.

Tiguan

Engine and Performance:

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.

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 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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 Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

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.

details

VW Tiguan

The 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.

details
Audi Q8 e-tron
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 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
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4,915 mm
Length
4,539 mm
Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Payload
515 - 595 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, 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
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.