2024 Audi Q8 e-tron vs. 2024 GMC Yukon XL 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 GMC Yukon XL

2024 GMC
Yukon XL

MSRP*: $61,200 to $101,755
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MPG - City Info not available 14 - 15 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 18 - 20 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 9 seats
Cargo Space 56.4 ft3 144.7 ft3
Engine
  • 355-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 355-hp, 5.3-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 hp 355 - 420 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,800 - 8,300 lbs
Exterior Length 193.0 in 225.2 in
Exterior Width 76.2 in 81.0 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 44.5 in
Rear 42.0 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 40.4 - 42.3 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.9 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 GMC Yukon XL than in the Audi Q8 e-tron, due to its greater head- and legroom. The GMC Yukon XL 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). Whether you pick the Audi Q8 e-tron or the GMC Yukon XL, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q8 e-tron is much slimmer than the GMC Yukon XL, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi Q8 e-tron, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the GMC Yukon XL.

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

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

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

Utility
The Audi Q8 e-tron has less seating than the GMC Yukon XL, making the GMC Yukon XL the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Audi Q8 e-tron has significantly less cargo capacity than the GMC Yukon XL.