Audi Q8 55 TFSI e vs Audi RS4 Avant

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

Suv · Hybrid · AWD

Audi RS4 Avant

Wagon · 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 RS4 Avant

The Audi RS4 Avant blends wagon practicality with serious performance, pairing 450 hp and AWD with a 505 L cargo bay for confident family use and road trips. It commands a premium and uses more fuel, but its acceleration and traction clearly stand out.

5 seatsWagonGasoline5-star safety450 hpAWD

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Usage fit

Family 67 / 72

City 34 / 18

Budget / value 32 / 40

Road trip 76 / 69

Performance 38 / 40

Cargo 42 / 38

Practical 49 / 51

Premium 67 / 67

Winter 80 / 76

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi Q8 55 TFSI e · Orange = Audi RS4 Avant

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi Q8 55 TFSI e Audi RS4 Avant

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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 RS4 Avant

450 hp and 0–100 km/h in 4.1 s for true performance
AWD traction adds confidence in winter and mixed weather
Wagon usability with 505 L trunk and seating for five
600 Nm torque makes effortless motorway overtakes on road trips
Combined consumption of 10.7 L/100 km raises running costs
Premium price of 74,900 limits affordability
Less ideal for frequent stop‑start city driving
Cargo‑heavy users may outgrow the 505 L boot

Verdict

Pick Audi Q8 55 TFSI e if…

Best fuel economy

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e uses 2.5 L/100km vs 10.7 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Audi RS4 Avant if…

More power

Audi RS4 Avant 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 RS4 Avant

Verdict

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