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Audi Q8 vs Mazda CX-60 comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 327 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 43,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Mazda CX-60?

Audi Q8 vs Mazda CX-60: Key differences

Audi Q8

  • considerably more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Mazda CX-60

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • slightly 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda CX-60 is substantially cheaper – starting at 43,700 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,643 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda CX-60 uses 3.8 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Audi Q8 with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q8 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 80 km, about 17 km more than the Mazda CX-60.

CX-60

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 327 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Mazda CX-60 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers noticeably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 300 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, Mazda CX-60 is slightly lighter – 1,890 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 285 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 offers marginally more boot space – 605 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries barely more – 665 kg compared to 612 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 is clearly superior 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.

from £77,300
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
Audi Q8
Mazda CX-60

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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Mazda CX-60

The Mazda CX-60 pairs sculpted, understated looks with poised handling and a cabin that punches above its class, making long drives feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers who want a premium feel without the showroom swagger, it's the sort of car that earns respect quietly — and still manages a wink when you push on.

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Audi Q8
Mazda CX-60

Costs and Consumption

Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
43,700 - 57,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
63 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
85 - 137 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
1,890 - 2,055 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
581 - 612 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
200 - 327 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
450 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
147 - 241 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mazda
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