2024 Audi Q8 e-tron vs. 2024 BMW X5 PHEV Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron

2024 Audi
Q8 e-tron

MSRP*: $74,400
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Picture of the 2024 BMW X5 PHEV

2024 BMW
X5 PHEV

MSRP*: $72,500
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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 56.4 ft3 71.2 ft3
Engine
  • 355-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 483-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 hp 483 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 5,952 lbs
Exterior Length 193.0 in 194.3 in
Exterior Width 76.2 in 78.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 40.7 in
Rear 38.7 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Audi Q8 e-tron than in the BMW X5 PHEV. The BMW X5 PHEV 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.

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 is somewhat more expensive than the BMW X5 PHEV.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q8 e-tron is much slimmer than the BMW X5 PHEV, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Audi Q8 e-tron takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the BMW X5 PHEV.

Handling
The Audi Q8 e-tron has a smaller turning radius than the BMW X5 PHEV, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi Q8 e-tron has a lot less horsepower than the BMW X5 PHEV.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Audi Q8 e-tron doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the BMW X5 PHEV.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi Q8 e-tron and the BMW X5 PHEV. The Audi Q8 e-tron has significantly less cargo capacity than the BMW X5 PHEV.