2024 Audi Q8 e-tron® vs. 2024 Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron®
Electric SUVs are becoming more common, but many of the offerings you'll find provide mundane styling with a driving experience that's easily forgettable. However, the latest Audi Q8 e-tron® is aiming to change that stigma so that you have something to look forward to on your Costa Mesa drives. When you're looking for a new Audi Q8 e-tron®, you'll discover that there are two body styles to choose from.
We're going to touch on the 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron® vs. the Q8 Sportback e-tron® comparison, so you can determine which body style checks off all of your boxes. Explore the details of the 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron® vs. the Q8 Sportback e-tron® comparison today with Audi Fletcher Jones.
2024 Audi Q8 e-tron® vs. Q8 Sportback e-tron®: Performance & Pricing
The 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron® delivers a more traditional SUV design but with a sportier flair and with performance that easily matches its styling. However, if you're looking for an even sportier design to turn heads around Newport Beach, the 2024 Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron® has what you need. Its sportier styling features a lower drag coefficient, allowing it to provide a higher range, so you can go further around Irvine.
Performance figures and charging times are similar for both of these Audi EV models, but pricing does differ if you want the sportier styling and longer range of the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron®. Let's take a look at some performance specifications and the starting prices for the 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron® and the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron®:
2024 Audi Q8 e-tron®: Starting at $74,400 MSRP***
- Max Horsepower: 402 hp
- Max Torque: 490 lb-ft
- Max Range: 285 miles*
- Drag Coefficient: 0.29 Cw
- DC Fast Charger Charging Time (10% - 80%): 31 minutes
2024 Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron®: Starting at $77,800 MSRP****
- Max Horsepower: 402 hp
- Max Torque: 490 lb-ft
- Max Range: 300 miles**
- Drag Coefficient: 0.27 Cw
- DC Fast Charger Charging Time (10% - 80%): 31 minutes

2024 Audi Q8 e-tron® vs. Q8 Sportback e-tron®: Interior Dimensions

When you compare the Audi Q8 e-tron® and the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron®, you'll find that the interior of the Audi Q8 e-tron® provides slightly more room. This is to be expected as the coupe-like roofline in the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron® allows for better performance and sportier styling.
Both models deliver impressive interior dimensions for maximum comfort on Newport Beach drives. Before you start shopping online, here are the dimensions for both Audi Q8 e-tron® body styles:
2024 Audi Q8 e-tron®
- Seating Capacity: 5 passengers
- Front/Rear Headroom: 38.1 inches/39.0 inches
- Front/Rear Legroom: 40.8 inches/39.1 inches
- Cargo Space Behind Front/Rear Seats: 56.4 cubic feet/28.5 cubic feet
2024 Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron®
- Seating Capacity: 5 passengers
- Front/Rear Headroom: 38.1 inches/37.9 inches
- Front/Rear Legroom: 40.8 inches/37.9 inches
- Cargo Space Behind Front/Rear Seats: 54.5 cubic feet/27.2 cubic feet
2024 Audi Q8 e-tron® vs. Q8 Sportback e-tron®: Interior Amenities
There are plenty of similar features inside the cabin of the 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron® and the 2024 Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron®. They both offer a panoramic sunroof, four-zone automatic climate control, and heated front seats as standard, so you and your passengers can indulge in Irvine adventures. Here's some information about a few popular interior features on both models:
- Headliner: The Audi Q8 e-tron® delivers a sporty feel with a luxurious touch to its cabin with a standard light cloth headliner. Meanwhile, the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron® takes sportiness to the next level with a standard black cloth headliner that'll impress anyone who climbs inside.
- Door Sills: It's clear the Audi Q8 e-tron® pays close attention to detail with standard aluminum door sill inlays. On the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron®, you'll be even more impressed with the standard illuminated door sills with an “S” logo.
- Audi Virtual Cockpit: In addition to similar standard features, both the Audi Q8 e-tron® and the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron® are available with Audi Virtual Cockpit in a 12.3-inch HD display, so you can have access to vital information right in your line of sight.

Compare the Audi Q8 e-tron® Configurations With Audi Fletcher Jones
When you're ready for the 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron® vs. the Q8 Sportback e-tron® comparison in person at our Costa Mesa dealer, we're ready to go over all of the highlights of both vehicles with you. Visit Audi Fletcher Jones today or connect with us online for more information.
Disclaimers:
*2024 Audi Q8 e-tron® EPA estimated all electric range is 285 miles. Actual mileage and range will vary and depend on several factors including driving and charging habits, accessory use, temperature and topography, battery age, load, and vehicle condition. Battery capacity decreases with time and use. See owner’s manual for details.
**2024 Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron® EPA estimated all electric range is 300 miles. Actual mileage and range will vary and depend on several factors including driving and charging habits, accessory use, temperature and topography, battery age, load, and vehicle condition. Battery capacity decreases with time and use. See owner’s manual for details.
***Starting MSRP of $74,400 for a 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron® Premium with automatic transmission.
****Starting MSRP of $77,800 for a 2024 Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron® Premium with automatic transmission.