Verdict
At RM465,990, the Audi Q8 e-tron undercuts the RM470,800 BMW X5 by RM4,810, and its RM545 annual road tax is RM1,092 lower. Its two motors produce 402 hp and 664 Nm, fed by a 114-kWh battery with 582 km of stated range; that suits buyers with dependable charging. The X5 is marginally quicker to 100 km/h at 5.4 seconds against 5.6, has a 650-litre boot and more active driver assistance. But the Audi carries a five-star Euro NCAP rating and an eight-year/160,000-km battery warranty.
Q8 e-tron
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if home or workplace charging makes its 582 km EV range and lower RM545 annual road tax work for you.
X5
Pick the BMW X5 if you need the larger 650-litre boot, 250 km/h top speed and adaptive cruise control with lane steering correction.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q8 e-tron RM465,990; BMW X5 RM470,800.
- Road tax per year: Audi Q8 e-tron RM545; BMW X5 RM1,637.
- 0-100 km/h: Audi Q8 e-tron 5.6 seconds; BMW X5 5.4 seconds.
- Top speed: Audi Q8 e-tron 200 km/h; BMW X5 250 km/h.
- Boot space: Audi Q8 e-tron 569 litres; BMW X5 650 litres.
- Wheelbase: Audi Q8 e-tron 2,928 mm; BMW X5 2,975 mm.
Q8 e-tron
- RM4,810 lower purchase price
- 582 km stated EV range from a 114-kWh battery
- Eight-year/160,000-km battery warranty and five-star Euro NCAP rating
- 569-litre boot is 81 litres smaller
- 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time trails the X5 by 0.2 seconds
- Passive cruise control and lane-departure warning only
X5
- 650-litre boot
- 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time and 250 km/h top speed
- Adaptive cruise control, lane steering correction and auto parking
- RM4,810 higher purchase price
- RM1,092 higher annual road tax
- No front passenger ISOFIX point, unlike the Audi
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM465,990✓ | RM470,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM1,637 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 24-valve DOHC, Turbochaged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | — | 2,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 308 hp at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 540 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 6 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 82 mm × 94.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 114 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 582 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear | Eight-speed Steptronic |
| Gears | 2 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 4,935 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 2,004 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 2,975 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,240 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 83 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 569 litres | 650 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 275/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 315/35R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Continental PremiumContact 6 SSR Run-flats |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | Air Suspension with Adaptive Dampers |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED headlights | Adaptive LED headlights with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination with Dynamic Turn Signals | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket rear | 1 Front, 1 USB-A, 1 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | Powered Sunroof Shade, Manual Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi sound system | 14.9" Touchscreen BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 17-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (525W) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Q8 e-tron vs X5 FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron or BMW X5 better?
The Audi Q8 e-tron is the better pick for an EV buyer with regular charging, lower annual road tax and a stated 582 km range. Choose the BMW X5 for its larger boot, slightly faster acceleration and more comprehensive parking and driver-assistance kit.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM4,810 less than the BMW X5.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The Audi Q8 e-tron has lower annual road tax at RM545, compared with RM1,637 for the BMW X5. That is a RM1,092 yearly difference.
