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Audi Q8 e-tron vs DS N°8
Selected trim50 quattro · 2023-25Change trim281 mi · 95 kWh · £67,800
Selected trimFWDChange trim341 mi · 74 kWh · £50,790
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q8 e-tron stays competitive across the board, while the DS N°8 leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the DS N°8 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- 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 DS N°8 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueDS
Audi
4.8
DS
5.4
Motorway RangeDS
Audi
3
DS
6.8
Family
Audi
7.8
DS
7.8
Too close to call
ChargingDS
Audi
4
DS
5.7
Cost Per MileDS
Audi
0.6
DS
8.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | DS N°8FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £67,800 | £50,790 (better) |
| Official range | 281 miles | 341 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 569 L (better) | 560 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 31 min | 27 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 5.6 sec (better) | 7.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q8 e-tron
DS N°8
Length
Audi Q8 e-tron4,915mm
DS N°84,810mm-105mm
Width
Audi Q8 e-tron1,937mm
DS N°81,905mm-32mm
Height
Audi Q8 e-tron1,633mm
DS N°81,580mm-53mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | DS N°8FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,915 mm | 4,810 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,937 mm | 1,905 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,189 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.2 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 463 mm spare | 495 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | DS N°8FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 569 L (better) | 560 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1637 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,800 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi Q8 e-tron
- At 4,915 mm, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
- Boot space of 569 L is bigger than 85% of SUVs we track.
DS N°8
- Boot space of 560 L is bigger than 80% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,810 mm, longer than 80% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q8 e-tron 50 quattro |  DS N°8 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.92m | 4.81m-105mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.91m-32mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | Not available |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.58m-53mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.93m | 2.90m-28mm |
| Ground Clearance | 172mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 569L (better) | 560L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1637L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.2m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 2,595kg | 2,080kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,800kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 95kWh (better) | 74kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 281 mi | 341 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 160kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £67,800 | £50,790 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023–2025 | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | DS N°8FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 281 miles | 341 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 234 miles | 285 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 31 min | 27 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 89 kWh (better) | 74 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | DS N°8FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.6 sec (better) | 7.7 sec |
| Power | 250 kW (better) | 169 kW |
| Torque | 664 Nm (better) | 345 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Watch the reviews
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Prices & deals
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi Q8 e-tron 50 quattro
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist76%
Euro NCAP - DS N°8 FWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant76%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist65%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | DS N°8FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Audi Q8 e-tron
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
DS N°8
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Audi Q8 e-tron
- £43,2992023Car360View
- £39,7912024Car360View
- £39,6082024Car360View
DS N°8
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron worth the extra £17,010 over the DS N°8?
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs £17,010 more than the DS N°8. For that premium it adds 81 kW more power and a 2.1s quicker 0-62mph time. The DS N°8 is not just cheaper - it also offers 60 miles more WLTP range. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the DS N°8 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q8 e-tron or the DS N°8?
The DS N°8 is £17,010 cheaper to buy. The DS N°8 is cheaper to charge, roughly £144 a year versus £232 for the Audi Q8 e-tron, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the DS N°8 comes out roughly £17,450 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 Q8 e-tron and DS N°8 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 234 miles for the Audi Q8 e-tron and 285 miles for the DS N°8 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The DS N°8 goes roughly 50 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 27-31 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q8 e-tron or the DS N°8?
The DS N°8 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 32 mm narrower than the Audi Q8 e-tron. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 495 mm of total clearance for the DS N°8 and about 463 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q8 e-tron.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi Q8 e-tron or the DS N°8?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q8 e-tron and 84% for the DS N°8. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .