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Audi Q8 vs VW T-Cross comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or VW T-Cross?

Audi Q8 vs VW T-Cross: Key differences

Audi Q8

3.2 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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VW T-Cross

4 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly 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.

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

Q8

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW T-Cross is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 55,920 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q8 uses 3.9 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the VW T-Cross with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

T-Cross

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 clearly more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 490 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 VW T-Cross takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers substantially more torque with 850 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 600 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, VW T-Cross is significantly lighter – 1,267 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 908 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 offers visibly more boot space – 605 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries markedly more – 665 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 is decisively 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, Plug-in 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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Reviews Audi Q8

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VW T-Cross

The VW T-Cross is a small, city-friendly crossover that blends practical packaging with easygoing driving manners and a high seating position for good visibility. It’s a sensible, comfortable choice for buyers who want the convenience and style of an SUV without big compromises.

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Reviews VW T-Cross

4 (7 Reviews)
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Jarek
12 Sept 2026, 16:16:59

Very capable and well-built car. Good on the road, nicely quiet up to 100 km/h. Praise for the 1.5 TSI engine — very dynamic and very economical. Over a distance of 36,000 km the average fuel consumption is 6.2 liters per 100 km. Half on high-speed roads, half in the city. Driven with a heavy foot.

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Arturo
27 May 2026, 04:19:26

In terms of interior space and driving, the T‑Cross is far superior.

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Monika
12 Feb 2026, 07:34:19

I chose the T‑Cross — more comfortable and roomier inside, especially for adult passengers; bought on the model‑year clearance — running costs work out cheaper even taking into account fuel savings from the Toyota hybrid (planned over five years); I like the space and the VW suited me better — I prefer the view through the front windshield.

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Erasmo Paone
21 Oct 2025, 21:49:59

Very practical, interior space is excellent. Lacks charm, fuel consumption is a bit high.

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VW T-Cross

Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
21,400 - 32,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
124 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
1,267 - 1,338 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,784 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
463 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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