Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE vs Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE 4.8 s Runner-up: 5.6 s
Range winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 498 km Runner-up: 470 km
Power winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 408 hp Runner-up: 400 hp
Cargo winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 569 L Runner-up: 505 L
Price winner Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE $72,300 Runner-up: $75,200

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE 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

2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.8 seconds, compared with 5.6 seconds for 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the higher listed output at 408 hp; 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE is rated at 400 hp, a difference of 8 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE at 696 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 470 km for 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE. 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE has the lower recorded consumption at 19.1 kWh/100km; 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is listed at 19.8 kWh/100km. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 170 kW, compared with 104 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 505 litres, a difference of 64 litres. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE is listed at 750 kg. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is 233 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

2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE has the lower listed starting price at $72,300, 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 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE2025 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro2026
Performance
0-100 km/h4.8 s5.6 s
Top Speed200 km/h200 km/h
Power400 hp408 hp
Torque696 Nm664 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range470 km498 km
Battery90 kWh106 kWh
Efficiency19.1 kWh/100km19.8 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging104 kW170 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,682 mm4,915 mm
Ground Clearance158 mm172 mm
Cargo505 L569 L
Curb Weight2,208 kg2,595 kg
Towing750 kg2,500 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.3 m12.2 m
Starting MSRP$72,300$75,200

Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE vs Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.8 seconds, versus 5.6 seconds for 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

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

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has more power at 408 hp, a 8 hp advantage over 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE.

Which has more range, the 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE 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 470 km (292 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE 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 90.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE 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 505 litres (17.8 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE 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 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE 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 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE is listed at 2,208 kg (4,868 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $72,300 USD, compared with $75,200 USD for 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Jaguar I-Pace EV400 HSE or the 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. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.