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Audi Q8 vs VW Touareg - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (640 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (77300 £ vs 64300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or VW Touareg?

Audi Q8

VW Touareg

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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 Touareg has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 64300 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13007 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q8 manages with 3.90 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.20 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q8 performs evident better – achieving up to 80 km, about 31 km more than the VW Touareg.

Touareg

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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 640 HP compared to 462 HP. That’s roughly 178 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the VW Touareg takes 5.10 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q8 pulls slightly stronger with 850 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, VW Touareg is barely noticeable lighter – 2059 kg compared to 2175 kg. The difference is around 116 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Touareg offers evident more room – 810 L compared to 605 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.

When it comes to payload, VW Touareg slightly takes the win – 751 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 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.

Audi Q8
VW Touareg

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from about £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
  • Electric Range : 80 km

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 Touareg

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Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Audi Q8
VW Touareg

Costs and Consumption

Price
77300 - 137100 £
Price
64300 - 88300 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.30 kWh
co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
119 - 239 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2175 - 2490 kg
Curb weight
2059 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Length
-
Length
4878 - 4902 mm
Width
1995 - 2007 mm
Width
1984 mm
Height
-
Height
1693 - 1712 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1800 L
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
550 - 751 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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
231 - 462 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
2967 - 2995 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Audi Q8?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.