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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Audi Q8 e-tron comparison

Compare performance (229 HP vs 503 HP), boot space and price (43,300 £ vs 65,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or Audi Q8 e-tron?

Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Audi Q8 e-tron: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 5

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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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Audi Q8 e-tron

  • clearly more power
  • barely more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally 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

IONIQ 5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai IONIQ 5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,729 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 4.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers barely more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 25 km more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

Q8 e-tron

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 e-tron offers clearly more power – delivering 503 HP compared to 229 HP. That’s roughly 274 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers substantially more torque with 973 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 623 Nm more.

IONIQ 5

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai IONIQ 5 is noticeably lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 630 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers marginally more boot space – 569 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries slightly more – 595 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 e-tron is clearly superior 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.

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Q8 e-tron

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 340 - 503 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 456 - 595 km
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Audi Q8 e-tron

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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Audi Q8 e-tron

The Audi Q8 e-tron wraps Audi’s usual premium polish into a quiet, composed electric SUV that feels refined and surprisingly effortless to drive. With a spacious, tech-forward cabin and understated road presence, it’s a practical yet stylish choice for buyers who want electric motoring without losing the dignity of a proper luxury SUV.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5
Audi Q8 e-tron

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,300 - 46,100 £
Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 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
5
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,060 kg
Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Length
-
Length
4,915 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Height
-
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Payload
515 - 530 kg
Payload
515 - 595 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 229 HP
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
350 Nm
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 168 kW
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Audi
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