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Audi Q8 vs VW Tayron comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or VW Tayron?

Audi Q8 vs VW Tayron: Key differences

Audi Q8

  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Tayron

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • clearly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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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.

VW Tayron is substantially cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,093 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tayron uses 1.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Audi Q8 with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Tayron offers markedly more range – reaching up to 123 km, about 43 km more than the Audi Q8.

Tayron

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 significantly more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 368 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the VW Tayron takes 6.1 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers significantly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 450 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 Tayron is clearly lighter – 1,682 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 493 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tayron offers markedly more boot space – 885 L compared to 605 L. That’s a difference of about 280 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries somewhat more – 665 kg compared to 573 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tayron 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.

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Tayron

VW Tayron

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 116 - 123 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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VW Tayron

The VW Tayron combines a roomy, practical interior with a composed, comfortable ride that suits both daily commuting and longer journeys. With a restrained, modern design and a focus on straightforward tech and safety, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want Volkswagen refinement without unnecessary flash.

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Jack
4 May 2026, 15:16:08

Top suspension, performance more than adequate, trunk gigantic, and the Matrix headlights are great.

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Charley
12 Apr 2026, 05:53:48

Good-looking model. Comfortable but also sporty to drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
40,200 - 56,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
1,682 - 1,948 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,853 - 1,866 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
489 - 573 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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