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Audi Q8 vs BMW i5 comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 601 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 60,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or BMW i5?

Audi Q8 vs BMW i5: Key differences

Audi Q8

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  • very slightly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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BMW i5

  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Q8

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW i5 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 60,800 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,543 £.

As for electric range, the BMW i5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 547 km more than the Audi Q8.

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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 offers very slightly more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 601 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the BMW i5 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers only slightly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 820 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Q8

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, Audi Q8 is very slightly lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,195 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 offers somewhat more boot space – 605 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries moderately more – 665 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 is decisively ahead 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.

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BMW i5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 540 - 627 km
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The Audi Q8 wraps coupe-like flair around a burly SUV stance, serving up a cabin dressed in premium materials and smart tech that puts comfort and swagger front and center. It’s composed and comfortable on long runs yet happy to play when asked, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want head-turning looks without surrendering everyday practicality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
525 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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