Volvo XC40 vs Audi Q8
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Volvo XC40

$36,990 - $55,990

2024 price

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Audi Q8

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2025 price

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Summary

2024 Volvo XC40

2025 Audi Q8

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Electric motor type

Permanent Magnet

Turbo V6, 3.0L

Vehicle type

Battery Electric

Premium Unleaded/Electric

Fuel Efficiency

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2.6L/100km (combined)

Energy consumption

19.4 kWh/100km

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Electric range

485 km

74 km

Battery capacity

82.00 kWh

25.90 kWh

Seating

Likes

Cute kerb-side presence
Decent cabin space for class
Good driving range and energy consumption

Athletic and sporty looks a winning combo
Drives beautifully
Improved EV driving range

Dislikes

Ride comfort isn't there on long journeys
Loud cabin at higher speeds
Interior trims don't match grade level

High price tag is hard to justify
Lacks clever storage options
Small boot compared to siblings

2024 Volvo XC40 Summary

The XC40 Recharge Twin Motor is the flagship model for the segment leading small electric SUV from Volvo.

Well positioned in terms of price, specifications and driving range, it continues to prove itself a fierce rival to the Mercedes-Benz EQA, Lexus UX and newcomer BMW iX1.

But does it bring its A-game to every attribute buyers in the small electric SUV segment demand? In this review, we put it to test to find out.

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2025 Audi Q8 Summary

The Audi Q8 has had a mid-life upgrade and it brings a few minor tweaks to the design, technology and equipment.

Plug-in hybrids tend to rank a little lower on my excitement scale when it comes to available powertrains because I usually find the constant charging inconvenient.

However, the electric driving range of the 60 TSFIe quattro S Line grade has been bolstered by 27km, increasing it to 74km overall.

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2024 Volvo XC40 2025 Audi Q8

Verdict

The Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin Motor is a cute small electric SUV that offers a decent specs list and a sweet urban driving experience. It’s not the nicest ride on a longer journey but it does have a decent range to be able to tackle one, if needed. I didn’t love the interior design but there’s lots the XC40 gets right.

Verdict

The updated Audi Q8 60 TFSIe quattro S line still looks good inside and out. It fits a family comfortably without feeling too big and there’s enough here to satisfy those who like the luxury features.

It's price tag will hurt it but the improved power outputs and driving range is a big plus and makes the plug-in hybrid powertrain make more sense.

Volvo XC40 vs Audi Q8 What's the difference?

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Volvo XC40 vs Audi Q8
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