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Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron vs Omoda E5
Selected trimKnightChange trim267 mi · 61 kWh · £33,065
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron leads on motorway range, family practicality and running costs, while the Omoda E5 leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Omoda E5 if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Audi
6.2
Omoda
6.2
Too close to call
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
5.4
Omoda
3.7
FamilyAudi
Audi
7.5
Omoda
5.7
Charging
Audi
4.8
Omoda
4.4
Too close to call
Cost Per MileAudi
Audi
6.9
Omoda
4.1
City DrivingOmoda
Audi
5.9
Omoda
6.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron
e-tron 204PS
- 155 litres more boot space
- 30 kW faster rapid charging
- 0.6 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-trone-tron 204PS | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £48,160 | £33,065 (better) |
| Official range | 274 miles (better) | 267 miles |
| Boot space | 535 L (better) | 380 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.1 sec | 7.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron
Omoda E5
Length
Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron4,588mm
Omoda E54,424mm-164mm
Width
Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron1,865mm
Omoda E51,830mm-35mm
Height
Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron1,614mm
Omoda E51,588mm-26mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-trone-tron 204PS | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,588 mm | 4,424 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,865 mm | 1,830 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,108 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,614 mm | 1,588 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m (better) | 10.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 535 mm spare | 570 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-trone-tron 204PS | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 535 L (better) | 380 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1460 L (better) | 1075 L |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron e-tron 204PS |  Omoda E5 Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.59m | 4.42m-164mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.83m-35mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.11m | Not available |
| Height | 1.61m | 1.59m-26mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.76m | 2.63m-134mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 147mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 535L (better) | 380L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1460L (better) | 1075L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.2m (better) | 10.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,940kg | 1,710kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 63kWh (better) | 61kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 274 mi (better) | 267 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW (better) | 130kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £48,160 | £33,065 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Coupe SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-trone-tron 204PS | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 274 miles (better) | 267 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 229 miles (better) | 194 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW (better) | 130 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 160 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 59 kWh | 60 kWh (better) |
| 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 Sportback e-trone-tron 204PS | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.1 sec | 7.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 150 kW | 155 kW (better) |
| Torque | 310 Nm (better) | 288 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron
e-tron 204PS
Omoda E5
Knight
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi Q4 Sportback 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 - Omoda E5 Knight
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-trone-tron 204PS | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron worth the extra £15,095 over the Omoda E5?
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron costs £15,095 more than the Omoda E5. For that premium it adds 30 kW faster peak rapid charging and 155 litres more boot space. The Omoda E5 is not just cheaper - it also offers a 0.9s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron or the Omoda E5?
The Omoda E5 is £15,095 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Omoda E5 comes out roughly £15,015 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 Sportback e-tron and Omoda E5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 229 miles for the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron and 194 miles for the Omoda E5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron goes roughly 34 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron or the Omoda E5?
The Omoda E5 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 35 mm narrower than the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 570 mm of total clearance for the Omoda E5 and about 535 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron. The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron also turns in a 0.6 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 Sportback e-tron or the Omoda E5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron and 90% for the Omoda E5. That gives the Omoda E5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Omoda E5's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Audi Q4 Sportback 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
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