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Audi Q8 vs Porsche Cayenne – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Audi Q8 meets Porsche Cayenne.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

Q8 @ Audi AG

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.

Audi Q8 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 75800 £, while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87000 £. That’s a price difference of around 11229 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q8 manages with 1.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Porsche Cayenne with 4 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

Range is almost identical – both manage about 83 km on a single charge.

Cayenne @ Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG

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 Porsche Cayenne has a slightly edge – offering 739 HP compared to 640 HP. That’s roughly 99 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 3.60 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs slightly better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Audi Q8 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls a bit stronger with 950 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

Q8 @ Audi AG

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 curb weight, Porsche Cayenne is barely noticeable lighter – 2130 kg compared to 2175 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers evident more room – 772 L compared to 605 L. That’s a difference of about 167 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q8 performs minimal better – up to 1755 L, which is about 47 L more than the Porsche Cayenne.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Cayenne barely noticeable takes the win – 705 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi Q8 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q8 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £75,800
Q8 @ Audi AG

Audi Q8

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 640 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 13.1 L
  • Electric Range : 82 - 83 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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Porsche Cayenne

Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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Cayenne @ Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG

Costs and Consumption
Price
75800 - 135600 £
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 13.1 L
Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
82 - 83 km
Electric Range
74 - 83 km
Battery Capacity
22 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
30 - 297 g/km
co2
90 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 85 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2175 - 2490 kg
Curb weight
2130 - 2670 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 772 L
Length
4992 - 5022 mm
Length
4930 mm
Width
1995 - 2007 mm
Width
1983 - 1989 mm
Height
1697 - 1708 mm
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Max trunk capacity
1755 L
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
353 - 739 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 6 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
500 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
260 - 544 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Porsche

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What drive types are available for the Audi Q8?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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