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Audi Q8 vs BMW iX1 comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 42,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or BMW iX1?

Audi Q8 vs BMW iX1: Key differences

Audi Q8

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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BMW iX1

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • moderately lighter
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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

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.

BMW iX1 is clearly cheaper – starting at 42,300 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,972 £.

As for electric range, the BMW iX1 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 514 km, about 434 km more than the Audi Q8.

iX1

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 327 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the BMW iX1 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers substantially more torque with 850 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 356 Nm more.

Q8

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW iX1 is moderately lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 235 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 markedly more – 665 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX1 comes out modestly 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.

from £42,300
iX1

BMW iX1

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 313 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 466 - 514 km
Audi Q8
BMW iX1

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi Q8

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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BMW iX1

The BMW iX1 is a compact electric crossover that blends BMW's characteristic driving dynamics with a practical, premium interior, making it a strong choice for buyers who want an upscale daily driver with electric efficiency. It delivers composed handling for city and motorway use, while its clean, modern styling and intuitive tech give the cabin an inviting, contemporary feel.

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Audi Q8
BMW iX1

Costs and Consumption

Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
42,300 - 55,200 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
466 - 514 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,085 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
495 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
204 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
150 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
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