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Audi Q8 vs Kia EV6 comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 609 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Kia EV6?

Audi Q8 vs Kia EV6: Key differences

Audi Q8

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Kia EV6

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit 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.

Kia EV6 is clearly cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,752 £.

As for electric range, the Kia EV6 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 582 km, about 502 km more than the Audi Q8.

EV6

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 marginally more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 609 HP. That’s roughly 31 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Audi Q8 takes 3.6 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers only slightly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 80 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, Kia EV6 is a bit lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 220 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 noticeably more – 665 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV6 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £38,600
EV6

Kia EV6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 609 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 428 - 582 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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Reviews Audi Q8

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The Kia EV6 looks like it sprinted off a concept stage, its bold, futuristic lines wrapping a surprisingly spacious and grown-up cabin. On the road it delivers crisp, immediate thrust and composed handling, with enough everyday practicality and slick tech to make ditching petrol feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise.

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Reviews Kia EV6

5 (3 Reviews)
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María Cardoso
11 Feb 2026, 06:43:58

I love this car — it moves super fast, makes me feel safe and wonderfully agile, like it’s got the power of a gasoline V8.

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Janek
4 Feb 2026, 14:52:37

Great for city and recreational driving. Highway speeds and winter reveal its appetite for electricity — range drops quickly. The low beams could be brighter; the high beam is potent! Other than that, the car really pampers you.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
38,600 - 60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
428 - 582 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,220 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
440 - 450 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
170 - 609 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
125 - 448 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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