Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro vs Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 5.6 s Runner-up: 7.1 s
Range winner Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor 620 km Runner-up: 498 km
Power winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 408 hp Runner-up: 272 hp
Cargo winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 569 L Runner-up: 526 L
Price winner Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor $56,300 Runner-up: $75,200

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro against the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.6 seconds, compared with 7.1 seconds for 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the higher listed output at 408 hp; 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor is rated at 272 hp, a difference of 136 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro at 664 Nm and 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor at 343 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor carries the longer listed range at 620 km, against 498 km for 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro. 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has the lower recorded consumption at 16.1 kWh/100km; 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is listed at 19.8 kWh/100km. 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 200 kW, compared with 170 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 569 litres versus 526 litres, a difference of 43 litres. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor is listed at 2,200 kg. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is 76 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has the lower listed starting price at $56,300, compared with $75,200 for 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor2026
Performance
0-100 km/h5.6 s7.1 s
Top Speed200 km/h200 km/h
Power408 hp272 hp
Torque664 Nm343 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range498 km620 km
Battery106 kWh100 kWh
Efficiency19.8 kWh/100km16.1 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging170 kW200 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,915 mm4,839 mm
Ground Clearance172 mm158 mm
Cargo569 L526 L
Curb Weight2,595 kg2,190 kg
Towing2,500 kg2,200 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.2 m12.1 m
Starting MSRP$75,200$56,300

Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro vs Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.6 seconds, versus 7.1 seconds for 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor?

Both cars have the same listed top speed of 200 km/h, approximately 124 mph.

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has more power at 408 hp, a 136 hp advantage over 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor.

Which has more range, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has the longer listed range at 620 km (385 miles), versus 498 km (309 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the larger listed battery at 106.0 kWh, compared with 100.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has more listed cargo space at 569 litres (20.1 cu ft), versus 526 litres (18.6 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,500 kg (5,512 lb), compared with 2,200 kg (4,850 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is heavier at 2,595 kg (5,721 lb), while 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor is listed at 2,190 kg (4,828 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $56,300 USD, compared with $75,200 USD for 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.