Genesis GV70 Electrified vs Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Genesis GV70 Electrified 4.2 s Runner-up: 5.6 s
Range winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 498 km Runner-up: 455 km
Power winner Genesis GV70 Electrified 489 hp Runner-up: 408 hp
Cargo winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 569 L Runner-up: 503 L
Price winner Genesis GV70 Electrified $66,450 Runner-up: $75,200

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified against the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro. 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

2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.2 seconds, compared with 5.6 seconds for 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro. 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified has the higher listed output at 489 hp; 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is rated at 408 hp, a difference of 81 hp. The torque figures follow 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified at 700 Nm and 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro at 664 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 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro carries the longer listed range at 498 km, against 455 km for 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified. 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified has the lower recorded consumption at 17.0 kWh/100km; 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is listed at 19.8 kWh/100km. 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 240 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 503 litres, a difference of 66 litres. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified is listed at 1,800 kg. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is 200 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

2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified has the lower listed starting price at $66,450, compared with $75,200 for 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro. The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Genesis GV70 Electrified2024 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro2026
Performance
0-100 km/h4.2 s5.6 s
Top Speed235 km/h200 km/h
Power489 hp408 hp
Torque700 Nm664 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range455 km498 km
Battery77.4 kWh106 kWh
Efficiency17 kWh/100km19.8 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging240 kW170 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,715 mm4,915 mm
Ground Clearance173 mm172 mm
Cargo503 L569 L
Curb Weight2,205 kg2,595 kg
Towing1,800 kg2,500 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.0 m12.2 m
Starting MSRP$66,450$75,200

Genesis GV70 Electrified vs Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro questions answered

Which is faster, the 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.2 seconds, versus 5.6 seconds for 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified has the higher listed top speed at 235 km/h (146 mph), compared with 200 km/h (124 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified has more power at 489 hp, a 81 hp advantage over 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro.

Which has more range, the 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the longer listed range at 498 km (309 miles), versus 455 km (283 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the larger listed battery at 106.0 kWh, compared with 77.4 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has more listed cargo space at 569 litres (20.1 cu ft), versus 503 litres (17.8 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,500 kg (5,512 lb), compared with 1,800 kg (3,968 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is heavier at 2,595 kg (5,721 lb), while 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified is listed at 2,205 kg (4,861 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $66,450 USD, compared with $75,200 USD for 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2024 Genesis GV70 Electrified or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.