7.8
2024 Audi Q8 Sportback 55 e-tron review
The Q8 Sportback e-tron does a good job at being an Audi SUV that just happens to be electric – but while range is better, it's still thirsty.
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James Wong
Audi Q8 vs Mercedes-Benz EQS Comparison
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CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv upper large category, between scores of 7.5 and 8.8.
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Based on the Audi Q8 55 e-tron
Based on the Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4MATIC
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
75L - 85L
195 to 782 km
NA
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$132,269 - $148,375
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Luxuriously quiet and comfortable
- Six years of free charging, servicing
- Looks and feels like any big Audi SUV
Misses
- Energy efficiency still a weak point
- Too many features still optional
- Minimal changes compared to old e-tron
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Luxury, refinement are next level
- On top in the tech department
- Loads of space, loads of range
Misses
- It's heavy and not very quick
- Brake pedal feel is a bit remote
- You'll want the Hyperscreen
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
NA
- Comfort Plus Package (+$11,700)
- Digital TV (+$2,500)
- Exclusive Pack (+$4,300)
- Guard 360 degrees Vehicle Protection Plus (+$1,600)
- MBUX Augmented Reality in HUD (+$2,100)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO CDI, ELECTRIC | ELECTRIC | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 2967 - 2995 | - | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 3.0L, 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO V6, DIESEL TURBO V6, NOT APPLICABLE | NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, NOT APPLICABLE | NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 24 | - | |
| Power | ||
| 210kW - 360kW | 265kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 3500 - 6000 | - | |
| Torque | ||
| 500Nm - 700Nm | 800Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1370 - 2900 | - | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 11.2 - 16 | - | |
