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Audi Q8 vs NIO EL7 comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or NIO EL7?

Audi Q8 vs NIO EL7: Key differences

Audi Q8

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  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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NIO EL7

  • markedly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • considerably more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Q8

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

NIO EL7 is markedly cheaper – starting at 63,300 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,972 £.

As for electric range, the NIO EL7 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 501 km, about 421 km more than the Audi Q8.

EL7

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the NIO EL7 offers only slightly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 640 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the NIO EL7 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 850 Nm.

Q8

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi Q8 is a bit lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 246 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 markedly more – 665 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 196 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 is decisively 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 £63,300
EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 384 - 501 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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The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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
5
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
-
Length
4,912 mm
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
-
Height
1,720 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
449 - 469 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
NIO
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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