Audi Q8 55 TFSI e vs Audi S7 4.0 TFSI quattro

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

Suv · Hybrid · AWD

Audi S7 4.0 TFSI quattro

Sedan · Gasoline · AWD

Car A

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

The Audi Q8 55 TFSI e balances strong V6 plug-in hybrid performance with efficient-for-its-class running and a usable 47 km electric range. Best for road trips and growing families wanting AWD confidence and a spacious 605-liter cargo area.

5 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety2.5 L/100kmAWDHybrid

Car B

Audi S7 4.0 TFSI quattro

Combines V8 pace, AWD traction, and a usable five-seat cabin for fast, confident road trips, backed by a strong safety ranking signal. Less compelling for budget-focused or city-first buyers.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety450 hpAWD

Why compared different body typedifferent powertrainsame brandsame seatsdifferent segmentsimilar price

Usage fit

Family 67 / 55

City 34 / 27

Budget / value 32 / 22

Road trip 76 / 70

Performance 38 / 44

Cargo 42 / 30

Practical 49 / 30

Premium 67 / 69

Winter 80 / 70

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi Q8 55 TFSI e · Orange = Audi S7 4.0 TFSI quattro

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi Q8 55 TFSI e Audi S7 4.0 TFSI quattro

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

Quick 0-100 km/h in 5.4 s and AWD traction suit confident highway passing and winter travel
Efficient for its class: 2.5 L/100 km combined when charged, plus 47 km EV range for short trips
Generous 605-liter boot and five-seat layout work well for family gear and road trips
Strong 340 hp and 500 Nm V6 hybrid provides brisk performance
Premium pricing at 83,900
47 km electric-only range may not cover longer daily commutes
Best efficiency requires regular charging
Seats five only, so not ideal if you need three rows

Audi S7 4.0 TFSI quattro

450 hp V8 twin‑turbo and 4.0 s 0–100 km/h enable effortless passing and brisk touring.
Quattro AWD provides confident traction for winter and mixed‑weather travel.
Five seats and a 535 L trunk suit road trips and growing families.
At 9.2 L/100 km combined, it is efficient for its class given the performance.
Price around 83,600 places it firmly in premium territory.
Less compelling if most of your miles are in stop‑go city traffic.
Five seats only—no third‑row option for larger families.
Those prioritizing maximum fuel savings may find 9.2 L/100 km higher than desired.

Verdict

Pick Audi Q8 55 TFSI e if…

Best fuel economy

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e uses 2.5 L/100km vs 9.2 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Audi S7 4.0 TFSI quattro if…

More power

Audi S7 4.0 TFSI quattro puts out 450 hp vs 340 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

Audi S7 4.0 TFSI quattro

Verdict

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