Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S vs Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI

2024 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S studio car image
Volkswagen

ID.5 Pro S

2024 · Electric Suv

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI 4.1 s Runner-up: 6.7 s
Power winner Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI 507 hp Runner-up: 286 hp
Cargo winner Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI 605 L Runner-up: 549 L
Price winner Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S $50,000 Runner-up: $97,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2024 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S against the 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a battery-electric powertrain and the other a petrol system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.1 seconds, compared with 6.7 seconds for 2024 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S. 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI has the higher listed output at 507 hp; 2024 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S is rated at 286 hp, a difference of 221 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI at 770 Nm and 2024 Volkswagen ID.5 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

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 605 litres versus 549 litres, a difference of 56 litres. 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI is 407 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 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S has the lower listed starting price at $50,000, compared with $97,900 for 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI. 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI 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 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S2024 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.7 s4.1 s
Top Speed180 km/h250 km/h
Power286 hp507 hp
Torque545 Nm770 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range549 km
Battery77 kWh
Fuel Tank85 L
Efficiency14 kWh/100km12.8 L/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km292 g/km
DC Charging175 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,599 mm5,006 mm
Ground Clearance165 mm204 mm
Cargo549 L605 L
Curb Weight2,095 kg2,355 kg
Towing3,500 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.2 m12.4 m
Starting MSRP$50,000$97,900

Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S vs Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI questions answered

Which is faster, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S or the 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI?

2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.1 seconds, versus 6.7 seconds for 2024 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S or the 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI?

2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S or the 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI?

2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI has more power at 507 hp, a 221 hp advantage over 2024 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S or the 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI?

2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI has more listed cargo space at 605 litres (21.4 cu ft), versus 549 litres (19.4 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S or the 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI?

2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI is heavier at 2,355 kg (5,192 lb), while 2024 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S is listed at 2,095 kg (4,619 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S or the 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI?

2024 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $50,000 USD, compared with $97,900 USD for 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.5 Pro S or the 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI?

2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI 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.