Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro vs Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S

2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S studio car image
Volkswagen

ID.4 Pro S

2026 · Electric Suv

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 5.6 s Runner-up: 6.7 s
Range winner Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S 520 km Runner-up: 498 km
Power winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 408 hp Runner-up: 286 hp
Cargo winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 569 L Runner-up: 543 L
Price winner Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S $44,290 Runner-up: $75,200

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro against the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S. 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 6.7 seconds for 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the higher listed output at 408 hp; 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S is rated at 286 hp, a difference of 122 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro at 664 Nm and 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S at 545 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 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S carries the longer listed range at 520 km, against 498 km for 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro. 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S has the lower recorded consumption at 16.0 kWh/100km; 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is listed at 19.8 kWh/100km. 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 185 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 543 litres, a difference of 26 litres. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S is listed at 1,200 kg. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is 331 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 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S has the lower listed starting price at $44,290, 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 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S2026
Performance
0-100 km/h5.6 s6.7 s
Top Speed200 km/h160 km/h
Power408 hp286 hp
Torque664 Nm545 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range498 km520 km
Battery106 kWh82 kWh
Efficiency19.8 kWh/100km16 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging170 kW185 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,915 mm4,584 mm
Ground Clearance172 mm163 mm
Cargo569 L543 L
Curb Weight2,595 kg2,124 kg
Towing2,500 kg1,200 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.2 m10.2 m
Starting MSRP$75,200$44,290

Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro vs Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.6 seconds, versus 6.7 seconds for 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the higher listed top speed at 200 km/h (124 mph), compared with 160 km/h (99 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has more power at 408 hp, a 122 hp advantage over 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S.

Which has more range, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S has the longer listed range at 520 km (323 miles), versus 498 km (309 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the larger listed battery at 106.0 kWh, compared with 82.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has more listed cargo space at 569 litres (20.1 cu ft), versus 543 litres (19.2 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,500 kg (5,512 lb), compared with 1,200 kg (2,646 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is heavier at 2,595 kg (5,721 lb), while 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S is listed at 2,124 kg (4,683 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro or the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $44,290 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 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S?

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.