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Audi Q8 vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Polestar 4?

Audi Q8 vs Polestar 4: Key differences

Audi Q8

  • a bit more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Polestar 4

4.8 (9 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Polestar 4 is considerably cheaper – starting at 53,100 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,257 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 540 km more than the Audi Q8.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 offers a bit more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 96 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 Polestar 4 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers moderately more torque with 850 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 164 Nm more.

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 only slightly lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 offers moderately more boot space – 605 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries markedly more – 665 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 4 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.

from £53,100
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Polestar 4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 590 - 620 km
Audi Q8
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

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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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Polestar 4

The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.

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Audi Q8
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

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
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
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Length
4,840 mm
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
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Height
1,534 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
455 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 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Polestar
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