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Audi Q8 vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Polestar 2?

Audi Q8 vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Audi Q8

  • visibly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Polestar 2

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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Polestar 2 is considerably cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,323 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 579 km more than the Audi Q8.

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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 visibly more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 164 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers slightly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

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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, Polestar 2 is only slightly lighter – 2,015 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 offers clearly more boot space – 605 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries noticeably more – 665 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 244 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 holds a decisive overall lead 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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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 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 Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
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
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 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
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
-
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
375 - 421 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Polestar
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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