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Audi Q8 vs Ford Ranger – Which one offers the better deal?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Audi Q8 or Ford Ranger?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Ranger has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37500 £, while the Audi Q8 costs 75800 £. That’s a price difference of around 38246 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q8 manages with 1.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Ford Ranger with 3.10 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Audi Q8 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 83 km, about 41 km more than the Ford Ranger.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 has a convincingly edge – offering 640 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 348 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 7.90 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q8 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Ford Ranger tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q8 pulls to a small extent stronger with 850 Nm compared to 697 Nm. That’s about 153 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Ford Ranger is minimal lighter – 2082 kg compared to 2175 kg. The difference is around 93 kg.

When it comes to payload, Ford Ranger noticeable takes the win – 1108 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 443 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi Q8 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q8 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £75,800
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Audi Q8

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 640 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 13.1 L
  • Electric Range : 82 - 83 km
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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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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
75800 - 135600 £
Price
37500 - 71900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 13.1 L
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 13.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
82 - 83 km
Electric Range
42 km
Battery Capacity
22 kWh
Battery Capacity
11.80 kWh
co2
30 - 297 g/km
co2
70 - 315 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 85 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
2 - 4
Curb weight
2175 - 2490 kg
Curb weight
2082 - 2511 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4992 - 5022 mm
Length
5370 - 5420 mm
Width
1995 - 2007 mm
Width
1918 - 1968 mm
Height
1697 - 1708 mm
Height
1868 - 1922 mm
Max trunk capacity
1755 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
676 - 1108 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
170 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
405 - 697 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
125 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
1996 - 2993 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Ford

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What drive types are available for the Audi Q8?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.