Two cars on the same rows. The figures are all here, with their sources, so you can read them yourself and decide what matters.
| Audi A3 Sportback | Audi Q8 e-tron | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel (differs) | Petrol | Electric |
| Model years (differs) | 2020-now | 2023-now |
| From (indicative) (differs) | € 36,900 | € 84,000 |
| Status | Available | Available |
| RatingsRating figures: higher is better (scale 0-100). What each category measures is explained on the methodology page. | ||
| Reliability (differs) | 73/100 | – |
| Efficiency (differs) | 71/100 | – |
| Practicality (differs) | 67/100 | – |
| Value retention (differs) | n/a | – |
| Sustainability (environmental impact) (differs) | 40/100 | – |
| Specifications | ||
| Body style (differs) | Hatchback | SUV |
| Power (hp) (differs) | 150 | 408 |
| 0–100 km/h (s) (differs) | 8.1 | 5.6 |
| Top speed (km/h) (differs) | 226 | 200 |
| Length (mm) (differs) | 4352 | 4915 |
| Width (mm) (differs) | 1816 | 1937 |
| Height (mm) (differs) | 1441 | 1633 |
| Kerb weight (kg) (differs) | 1400 | 2585 |
| Consumption WLTP (l/100km) (differs) | 5.8 | – |
| Max. towing weight, braked (kg) (differs) | 1500 | 1800 |
| Boot (l) (differs) | 380 | 569 |
| Range (WLTP, km) (differs) | – | 600 |
| Battery (kWh) (differs) | – | 114 |
| Fast charging, public charger (kW) (differs) | – | 170 |
| Consumption WLTP (kWh/100km) (differs) | – | 20.4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure
A short write-up on each car, one paragraph apiece. We describe them on their own terms rather than picking a winner.
Profile · 8Y (facelift 2024)
C-segment hatchback on the MQB platform, shared with Volkswagen Golf and Seat Leon. The 35 TFSI delivers about 150 hp from a petrol four-cylinder with 48V mild hybrid. WLTP around 5.8 l/100km (manufacturer figure, indicative); owners report 6.5-7.5 l/100km mixed (public forums, not measured by us).
Profile · GE facelift (2023+)
Large electric SUV with 114 kWh pack. WLTP range up to 600 km (manufacturer figure, indicative), DC charging up to 170 kW.
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