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Audi Q8 vs ZEEKR 001 comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or ZEEKR 001?

Audi Q8 vs ZEEKR 001: Key differences

Audi Q8

  • slightly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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ZEEKR 001

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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
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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.

ZEEKR 001 is clearly cheaper – starting at 51,400 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,894 £.

As for electric range, the ZEEKR 001 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 540 km more than the Audi Q8.

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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 slightly more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 96 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the ZEEKR 001 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers slightly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 164 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, Audi Q8 is only slightly lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 offers a bit more boot space – 605 L compared to 539 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries visibly more – 665 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 001 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 £51,400
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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 585 - 620 km
Audi Q8
ZEEKR 001

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Dimensions and Body

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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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ZEEKR 001

The Zeekr 001 feels like a grown-up fastback from the future, blending sleek Scandinavian minimalism with surprising road presence that turns heads without shouting. Inside it's a premium, gadget-filled cocoon that makes electric driving effortless and enjoyable — a polished alternative for buyers who want something refreshingly different.

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Audi Q8
ZEEKR 001

Costs and Consumption

Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
51,400 - 62,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
585 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
505 - 520 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
ZEEKR
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