Audi

Premium quattro

Premium Plus quattro

Prestige quattro

Q8 e-tron

The Audi Q8 e-tron is a luxury midsize electric SUV competing directly against the Mercedes EQS SUV and BMW iX. Rebranded from the e-tron in 2023, it carries forward a refined, quieter cabin and improved range while maintaining Audi's characteristic build quality. Reviewers consistently praise its exceptional interior refinement and composed highway ride, though its efficiency and real-world range figures draw scrutiny relative to rivals at this price point.

Interior quality and material fit-and-finish rank among the best in the electric SUV segment, with Edmunds and Car and Driver both citing it as a benchmark for luxury feel

Exceptionally hushed cabin at highway speeds, aided by acoustic glass and extensive sound insulation

Dual-motor AWD delivers confident, predictable handling with 402 hp across all three trims

Large 115 kWh gross battery pack and improved aerodynamics over the original e-tron contribute to a 285-mile EPA range

MMI infotainment system is praised for its logical layout and physical shortcut controls that reduce touchscreen dependence

285-mile EPA range trails key competitors at similar price points, including the BMW iX xDrive50 which exceeds 300 miles

Maximum DC fast-charging speed of 170 kW is slower than rivals like the Hyundai EQ90 or Kia EV9, meaning longer charging stops on road trips

Starting price of $75,600 for the base Premium quattro is high for a vehicle that does 0-60 in 5.4 seconds, a figure that feels modest against peers in this segment

Cargo space is limited relative to its exterior dimensions, with the sloping roofline reducing rear headroom and practicality compared to more upright electric SUVs

Tesla

Dual-Motor AWD

Plaid

Model X

The Tesla Model X occupies a narrow niche as a high-performance, full-size electric SUV with seating for up to seven. Now in its refreshed second-generation form, it draws consistent praise from outlets like Car and Driver and MotorTrend for its falcon-wing rear doors and over-the-air software ecosystem, while reviewers repeatedly flag its steep pricing and polarizing minimalist interior. The Plaid trim's 1,020-hp tri-motor setup makes it one of the quickest three-row SUVs ever tested, a fact that tends to dominate first-drive coverage.

Plaid trim delivers a verified 0–60 mph in 2.5 seconds, making it among the fastest production SUVs by that metric

Dual-Motor AWD trim offers 348 miles of EPA-rated range, competitive for a large three-row SUV

Falcon-wing rear doors provide genuinely easier third-row access in tight parking spaces, a distinction noted in Edmunds and MotorTrend long-term tests

Supercharger network access remains one of the most reliable DC fast-charging infrastructures in North America

Over-the-air updates regularly add or refine features, with reviewers noting meaningful improvements delivered post-purchase

Entry price of $84,990 for the base Dual-Motor trim positions it above most direct competitors, including the Rivian R1S and Mercedes EQS SUV at comparable configurations

The yoke steering wheel, standard on refreshed models, drew criticism from Car and Driver and InsideEVs testers for being awkward in low-speed and parking maneuvers

Plaid's performance comes with a range penalty, dropping to 326 miles EPA versus 348 miles in the less powerful Dual-Motor trim

Cabin quality and fit-and-finish have been flagged by Edmunds owner reviews as inconsistent relative to the vehicle's price point

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bZ4X

e-tron GT

	Audi Q8 e-tron	Tesla Model X
Body type	SUV	SUV
Trims	3	2
Starting price	$75,600	$84,990
Max EPA range	285 mi	348 mi
Max power	402 hp	1,020 hp
Quickest 0–60	5.4 s	2.5 s
Federal tax credit	Not eligible	Not eligible
Drive options	Dual-Motor AWD	Dual-Motor AWD Tri-Motor AWD
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Audi Q8 e-tron vs. Tesla Model X