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Audi Q8 vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Nissan Qashqai?

Audi Q8 vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Audi Q8

  • significantly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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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 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.

Nissan Qashqai is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,709 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q8 uses 3.9 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Qashqai

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 Audi Q8 offers significantly more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 435 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 520 Nm more.

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, Nissan Qashqai is considerably lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 755 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 offers moderately more boot space – 605 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 101 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries clearly more – 665 kg compared to 516 kg. That’s a difference of about 149 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 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 £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
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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 Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
98 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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