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Audi e-tron S Sportback vs Audi SQ8

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2023 Audi e-tron S Sportback

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Overview

SpecAudi e-tron S SportbackPremium PlusAudi SQ8Premium Plus
Selected trimPremium PlusPremium Plus
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeelectricpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission1-speed direct drive8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typeelectricmild hybrid
Model year20232027

Pricing & market

SpecAudi e-tron S SportbackPremium PlusAudi SQ8Premium Plus
MSRP$90,800 (best)$100,600
Lowest listing price—$57,410 (best)
Median listing price—$112,884 (best)
Highest listing price—$124,633 (best)
For sale now012 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi e-tron S SportbackPremium PlusAudi SQ8Premium Plus
Combined MPG—16 MPG (best)
City MPG—14 MPG (best)
Highway MPG—20 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe75 MPGe (best)—
Electric range212 mi (best)—
Battery capacity95 kWh (best)—
240V charge time10 hr (best)—
Fuel tank—22.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi e-tron S SportbackPremium PlusAudi SQ8Premium Plus
Horsepower496 hp500 hp (best)
Torque717 lb-ft (best)568 lb-ft
Engine size—4 L (best)
Cylinders—V8

Size & capability

SpecAudi e-tron S SportbackPremium PlusAudi SQ8Premium Plus
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume54.5 cu ft60.8 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,300 lbs7,700 lbs (best)
Payload1,014 lbs1,014 lbs
Curb weight6,085 lbs5,247 lbs (best)
Wheelbase115.1 in118 in (best)
Length193 in197 in (best)
Width77.8 in79 in (best)
Height65 in67 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi e-tron S SportbackPremium PlusAudi SQ8Premium Plus
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAudi e-tron S SportbackAudi SQ8
1

Premium Plus

$90,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium Plus

$100,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Prestige

$97,900 MSRP

Prestige

$108,100 MSRP

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Audi e-tron S Sportback vs Audi SQ8 FAQ

Which is better: 2023 Audi e-tron S Sportback or 2027 Audi SQ8?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2023 Audi e-tron S Sportback vs 2027 Audi SQ8 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2023 Audi e-tron S Sportback or 2027 Audi SQ8?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2023 Audi e-tron S Sportback starts lower at $90,800. Live Audi SQ8 listings start at $57,410.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2023 Audi e-tron S Sportback or 2027 Audi SQ8?
The 2023 Audi e-tron S Sportback leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (90,800).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2023 Audi e-tron S Sportback or 2027 Audi SQ8?
The 2027 Audi SQ8 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (16).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2023 Audi e-tron S Sportback or 2027 Audi SQ8?
The 2023 Audi e-tron S Sportback leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (212).
Which has better horsepower: 2023 Audi e-tron S Sportback or 2027 Audi SQ8?
The 2027 Audi SQ8 leads on horsepower in this comparison (500).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2023 Audi e-tron S Sportback or 2027 Audi SQ8?
The 2027 Audi SQ8 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).