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Audi Q4 e-tron vs Tesla Model 3
Selected trimRWDChange trim332 mi · 60 kWh · £37,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q4 e-tron leads on family practicality, charging speed and city driving, while the Tesla Model 3 leads on value for money and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi Q4 e-tron if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Tesla Model 3 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi Q4 e-tron leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueTesla
Audi
5.3
Tesla
6.4
Motorway Range
Audi
5.4
Tesla
5.5
Too close to call
FamilyAudi
Audi
7.7
Tesla
7.1
ChargingAudi
Audi
5.5
Tesla
2.3
Cost Per MileTesla
Audi
6.9
Tesla
8.8
City DrivingAudi
Audi
5.9
Tesla
4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Tesla Model 3
RWD
- £8,270 cheaper
- 58 miles more WLTP range
- 162 litres more boot space
- 58 kW more power
- 1.9s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-trone-tron 204PS | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £46,260 | £37,990 (better) |
| Official range | 274 miles | 332 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 520 L | 682 L (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 8.1 sec | 6.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q4 e-tron
Tesla Model 3
Length
Audi Q4 e-tron4,588mm-133mm
Tesla Model 34,721mm
Width
Audi Q4 e-tron1,865mm-68mm
Tesla Model 31,933mm
Height
Audi Q4 e-tron1,632mm
Tesla Model 31,440mm-192mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-trone-tron 204PS | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,588 mm | 4,721 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,865 mm (better) | 1,933 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,108 mm | 2,088 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,632 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m (better) | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 535 mm spare (better) | 467 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-trone-tron 204PS | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 520 L | 682 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1490 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi Q4 e-tron
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Tesla Model 3
- 2nd-largest boot among saloon EVs in our catalogue at 682 L.
- At 4,721 mm, shorter than 90% of saloon EVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 130 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 100% of saloon EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q4 e-tron e-tron 204PS |  Tesla Model 3 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.59m | 4.72m+133mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.93m+68mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.11m | 2.09m-20mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.44m-192mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.76m | Not available |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 137mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 520L | 682L* (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1490L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.2m (better) | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,940kg | 1,772kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 63kWh (better) | 60kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 274 mi | 332 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW | 175kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £46,260 | £37,990 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Saloon |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
* Tesla Model 3: Tesla publishes 682 L as total cargo volume (boot + frunk, measured to roof) — not directly comparable to standard VDA figures used by other brands.
* Tesla Model 3: Not published by Tesla; verified from multiple independent sources.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-trone-tron 204PS | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 274 miles | 332 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 229 miles | 229 miles |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW | 175 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | Not available |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 130 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 59 kWh (better) | 57.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-trone-tron 204PS | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.1 sec | 6.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 150 kW | 208 kW (better) |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 340 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Audi Q4 e-tron
e-tron 204PS
Tesla Model 3
RWD
8.5/10
average across 6 reviews
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Auto Express4.5/5
- Electrifying.com9/10
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Audi Q4 e-tron
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi Q4 e-tron e-tron 204PS
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist73%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Tesla Model 3 RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users89%
Safety Assist87%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-trone-tron 204PS | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Audi Q4 e-tron
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Tesla Model 3
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Audi Q4 e-tron
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Tesla Model 3
- £32,6462025Car360View
- £30,2992025Car360View
- £29,6992025Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi Q4 e-tron worth the extra £8,270 over the Tesla Model 3?
The Audi Q4 e-tron costs £8,270 more than the Tesla Model 3. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Tesla Model 3 is not just cheaper - it also offers 58 miles more WLTP range, 162 litres more boot space and 58 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Audi Q4 e-tron comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Tesla Model 3?
The Tesla Model 3 is £8,270 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Tesla Model 3 comes out roughly £8,350 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi Q4 e-tron and Tesla Model 3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 229 miles for the Audi Q4 e-tron and 229 miles for the Tesla Model 3 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Tesla Model 3?
The Audi Q4 e-tron is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 68 mm narrower than the Tesla Model 3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 535 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q4 e-tron and about 467 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model 3. The Audi Q4 e-tron also turns in a 1.4 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Tesla Model 3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q4 e-tron and 92% for the Tesla Model 3. That gives the Tesla Model 3 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Tesla Model 3's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Audi Q4 e-tron's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .