2024 Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback vs. 2024 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid 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 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

2024 Hyundai
Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,725 to $45,450
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 54.5 ft3 71.8 ft3
Engine
  • 355-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 261-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 hp 261 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 193.0 in 182.3 in
Exterior Width 76.2 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.9 in
Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.7 - 39.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid than in the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback.

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 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback is much wider than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid.

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

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback greatly out-muscles the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid.

Powertrain
The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback has much lower torque than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, 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 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid. The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback has significantly less cargo capacity than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid.