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Audi Q8 vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Lexus ES?

Audi Q8 vs Lexus ES: Key differences

Audi Q8

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly 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:

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

Lexus ES is substantially cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,729 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q8 uses 3.9 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

ES

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 422 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

Q8

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, Lexus ES is clearly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 495 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 offers clearly more boot space – 605 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 151 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries visibly more – 665 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 is far ahead 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.

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Q8

Audi Q8

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 231 - 640 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 80 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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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
-
Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Lexus
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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