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Audi Q8 vs Renault Scénic comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 34,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Renault Scénic?

Audi Q8 vs Renault Scénic: Key differences

Audi Q8

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  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Renault Scénic

4.7 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • slightly lighter
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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.

Renault Scénic is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,686 £.

As for electric range, the Renault Scénic offers considerably more range – reaching up to 598 km, about 518 km more than the Audi Q8.

Scénic

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 considerably more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 422 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 Renault Scénic takes 7.9 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers considerably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 550 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, Renault Scénic is slightly lighter – 1,822 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 353 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 offers only slightly more boot space – 605 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries noticeably more – 665 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 147 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 is narrowly 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 £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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Renault Scénic

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Better finishes, physical controls, European build, ride quality, soundproofing, better seats, etc.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
34,600 - 44,000 £
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
16.6 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
420 - 598 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
0 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
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,927 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
-
Length
4,470 mm
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
-
Height
1,571 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,670 L
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
514 - 518 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
170 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
280 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
125 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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