Kia Sportage PHEV AWD vs Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 5.6 s Runner-up: 8.2 s
Range winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 498 km Runner-up: 70 km
Power winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 408 hp Runner-up: 265 hp
Cargo winner Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro 569 L Runner-up: 540 L
Price winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD $39,990 Runner-up: $75,200

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 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. One uses a plug-in hybrid powertrain and the other a battery-electric system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

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 8.2 seconds for 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the higher listed output at 408 hp; 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is rated at 265 hp, a difference of 143 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro at 664 Nm and 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD at 350 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 70 km for 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 170 kW, compared with 50 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 540 litres, a difference of 29 litres. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is listed at 1,350 kg. 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is 400 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 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the lower listed starting price at $39,990, 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.

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 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro2026
Performance
0-100 km/h8.2 s5.6 s
Top Speed180 km/h200 km/h
Power265 hp408 hp
Torque350 Nm664 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range70 km498 km
Battery13.8 kWh106 kWh
Fuel Tank54 L—
Efficiency1.6 L/100km19.8 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions36 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging50 kW170 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,515 mm4,915 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm172 mm
Cargo540 L569 L
Curb Weight1,870 kg2,595 kg
Towing1,350 kg2,500 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m12.2 m
Starting MSRP$39,990$75,200

Kia Sportage PHEV AWD vs Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.6 seconds, versus 8.2 seconds for 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has the higher listed top speed at 200 km/h (124 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro has more power at 408 hp, a 143 hp advantage over 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD.

Which has more range, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 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 70 km (43 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 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 13.8 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 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 540 litres (19.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 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 1,350 kg (2,976 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 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 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is listed at 1,870 kg (4,123 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $39,990 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 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 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.