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Renault R5 vs Audi Q8 e-tron comparison

Compare performance (540 HP vs 503 HP), boot space and price (23,900 £ vs 65,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault R5 or Audi Q8 e-tron?

Renault R5 vs Audi Q8 e-tron: Key differences

Renault R5

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  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

R5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault R5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,143 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault R5 is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 4.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers clearly more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 190 km more than the Renault R5.

Q8 e-tron

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Renault R5 offers only slightly more power – delivering 540 HP compared to 503 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Audi Q8 e-tron takes 4.5 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Renault R5 is clearly faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Audi Q8 e-tron tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault R5 delivers considerably more torque with 4,800 Nm compared to 973 Nm. That’s about 3,827 Nm more.

R5

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, Renault R5 is clearly lighter – 1,447 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 1,138 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers clearly more boot space – 569 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 243 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,637 L, about 531 L more than the Renault R5.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries clearly more – 595 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 177 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault R5 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.

from £23,900
R5

Renault R5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 540 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 307 - 405 km
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The Renault 5 is a cheeky city car that marries retro charm with modern flair, its playful looks promising smiles before you even start the engine. Practical enough for daily life yet lively enough to make short trips feel like mini adventures, it’s an irresistible choice for buyers who prefer personality to bland practicality.

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Reviews Renault R5

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Walter
4 Nov 2025, 21:42:46

Practical, nimble, and fun to drive. For rather small drivers up to 1.75 m there's plenty of space even on the back seat. Useful driver-assist systems, and Android Auto works well. Very economical in summer. In winter a lot of energy is used in the first five minutes to bring the battery up to 20°C, which makes consumption on short winter trips very high.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,900 - 137,100 £
Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
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
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
3 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,447 - 1,524 kg
Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Length
3,922 - 4,080 mm
Length
4,915 mm
Width
1,744 - 2,030 mm
Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Height
1,380 - 1,498 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,106 L
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Payload
396 - 418 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
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 540 HP
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
225 - 4,800 Nm
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
90 - 397 kW
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,027
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Audi
What drivetrain options does the Renault R5 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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