2024 Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback vs. 2024 Audi SQ5 Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback

2024 Audi
Q8 e-tron Sportback

MSRP*: $77,800
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Picture of the 2024 Audi SQ5

2024 Audi
SQ5

MSRP*: $57,700
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MPG - City Info not available 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 54.5 ft3 54.1 ft3
Engine
  • 355-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 349-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 hp 349 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 4,400 lbs
Exterior Length 193.0 in 184.3 in
Exterior Width 76.2 in 74.5 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.9 in
Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Audi SQ5. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback and the Audi SQ5.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Audi SQ5, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback is much wider than the Audi SQ5, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback, which is slightly longer than the Audi SQ5.

Handling
The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback has a larger turning radius than the Audi SQ5, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback and the Audi SQ5.

Powertrain
The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback has much lower torque than the Audi SQ5, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback and the Audi SQ5. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback as you will in the Audi SQ5.