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Audi Q8 e-tron vs Zeekr 7X
Selected trim50 quattro · 2023-25Change trim281 mi · 95 kWh · £67,800
Selected trimCore RWDChange trim298 mi · 75 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q8 e-tron leads on value for money, while the Zeekr 7X leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi Q8 e-tron if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
Choose the Zeekr 7X if...
- 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 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Zeekr 7X leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueAudi
Audi
4.8
Zeekr
0
Motorway RangeZeekr
Audi
3
Zeekr
6.9
Family
Audi
7.8
Zeekr
7.6
Too close to call
ChargingZeekr
Audi
4
Zeekr
9
Cost Per MileZeekr
Audi
0.6
Zeekr
4.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Zeekr 7X
Core RWD
- 330 kW faster rapid charging
- 18 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 60 kW more power
- 0.6 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | Zeekr 7XCore RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £67,800 | Not available |
| Official range | 281 miles | 298 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 569 L (better) | 539 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 31 min | 13 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 5.6 sec (better) | 6 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q8 e-tron
Zeekr 7X
Length
Audi Q8 e-tron4,915mm
Zeekr 7X4,787mm-128mm
Width
Audi Q8 e-tron1,937mm
Zeekr 7X1,930mm-7mm
Height
Audi Q8 e-tron1,633mm-17mm
Zeekr 7X1,650mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | Zeekr 7XCore RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,915 mm | 4,787 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,937 mm | 1,930 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,189 mm | 2,100 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.2 m | 11.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 463 mm spare | 470 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | Zeekr 7XCore RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 569 L (better) | 539 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1637 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,800 kg | 2,000 kg (better) |
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.
Zeekr 7X
- Peak DC charging of 480 kW, faster than 100% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- Braked towing capacity of 2,000 kg, a stronger tow rating than 80% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q8 e-tron 50 quattro |  Zeekr 7X Core RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.92m | 4.79m-128mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.93m-7mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | 2.10m-89mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.65m+17mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.93m | 2.90m-28mm |
| Ground Clearance | 172mm | 172mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 569L (better) | 539L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1637L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.2m | 11.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,595kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 1,800kg | 2,000kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 95kWh (better) | 75kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 281 mi | 298 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 480kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £67,800 | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023–2025 | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | Zeekr 7XCore RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 281 miles | 298 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 234 miles | 249 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 31 min | 13 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 480 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 89 kWh (better) | 75 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
| Heat pump | Standard (better) | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q8 e-tron50 quattro | Zeekr 7XCore RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.6 sec (better) | 6 sec |
| Power | 250 kW | 310 kW (better) |
| Torque | 664 Nm (better) | 440 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Audi Q8 e-tron
50 quattro
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Zeekr 7X
Core RWD
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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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 - Zeekr 7X Core RWD
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant90%
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 | Zeekr 7XCore RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
Get a quote
Audi Q8 e-tron
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Zeekr 7X
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Audi Q8 e-tron
- £43,2992023Car360View
- £39,7912024Car360View
- £39,6082024Car360View
Zeekr 7X
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Audi Q8 e-tron and Zeekr 7X like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 234 miles for the Audi Q8 e-tron and 249 miles for the Zeekr 7X - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 31 minutes in the Audi Q8 e-tron and 13 in the Zeekr 7X, so the Zeekr 7X loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q8 e-tron or the Zeekr 7X?
The two are within 7 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 470 mm of total clearance for the Zeekr 7X and about 463 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q8 e-tron. The Zeekr 7X 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 Q8 e-tron or the Zeekr 7X?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q8 e-tron and 90% for the Zeekr 7X. That gives the Zeekr 7X a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Zeekr 7X's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Audi Q8 e-tron's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .