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BMW X4 vs Audi Q8 comparison

Compare performance (510 HP vs 640 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 77,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X4 or Audi Q8?

BMW X4 vs Audi Q8: Key differences

BMW X4

  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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Audi Q8

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X4

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW X4 is substantially cheaper – starting at 51,900 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q8 uses 3.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW X4 with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

Q8

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 offers markedly more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 510 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the BMW X4 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers moderately more torque with 850 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

X4

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 terms of curb weight, BMW X4 is a bit lighter – 1,875 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 300 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 offers a bit more boot space – 605 L compared to 525 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries slightly more – 665 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 is far ahead overall 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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The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,900 - 93,000 £
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
80 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
156 - 244 g/km
co2
88 - 297 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,875 - 2,095 kg
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Length
4,751 - 4,754 mm
Length
-
Width
1,918 - 1,938 mm
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,621 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 545 kg
Payload
620 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 510 HP
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Audi
Is the BMW X4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X4 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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