Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid vs Audi Q4 e-tron 40

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid 3.7 s Runner-up: 6.7 s
Range winner Audi Q4 e-tron 40 535 km Runner-up: 80 km
Power winner Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid 729 hp Runner-up: 286 hp
Cargo winner Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid 600 L Runner-up: 520 L
Price winner Audi Q4 e-tron 40 $50,800 Runner-up: $157,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid against the 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40. 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 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 3.7 seconds, compared with 6.7 seconds for 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40. 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid has the higher listed output at 729 hp; 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40 is rated at 286 hp, a difference of 443 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid at 950 Nm and 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40 at 310 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

2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40 carries the longer listed range at 535 km, against 80 km for 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid. 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40 has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 175 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 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 600 litres versus 520 litres, a difference of 80 litres. 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid carries the higher towing rating at 3,500 kg, while 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40 is listed at 1,200 kg. 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid is 342 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 Audi Q4 e-tron 40 has the lower listed starting price at $50,800, compared with $157,900 for 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid. 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid 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 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid2026 Audi Q4 e-tron 402025
Performance
0-100 km/h3.7 s6.7 s
Top Speed295 km/h180 km/h
Power729 hp286 hp
Torque950 Nm310 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range80 km535 km
Battery25.9 kWh77 kWh
Fuel Tank75 L—
Efficiency2.5 L/100km16.3 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions56 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging50 kW175 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,930 mm4,588 mm
Ground Clearance193 mm180 mm
Cargo600 L520 L
Curb Weight2,565 kg2,055 kg
Towing3,500 kg1,200 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.1 m10.2 m
Starting MSRP$157,900$50,800

Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid vs Audi Q4 e-tron 40 questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid or the 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40?

2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 3.7 seconds, versus 6.7 seconds for 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid or the 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40?

2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid has the higher listed top speed at 295 km/h (183 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid or the 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40?

2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid has more power at 729 hp, a 443 hp advantage over 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40.

Which has more range, the 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid or the 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40?

2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40 has the longer listed range at 535 km (332 miles), versus 80 km (50 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid or the 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40?

2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40 has the larger listed battery at 77.0 kWh, compared with 25.9 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid or the 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40?

2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid has more listed cargo space at 600 litres (21.2 cu ft), versus 520 litres (18.4 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid or the 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40?

2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid has the higher listed towing capacity at 3,500 kg (7,716 lb), compared with 1,200 kg (2,646 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid or the 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40?

2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid is heavier at 2,565 kg (5,655 lb), while 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40 is listed at 2,055 kg (4,530 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid or the 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40?

2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40 has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $50,800 USD, compared with $157,900 USD for 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid or the 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 40?

2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid 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.