Verdict
Just RM2,898 separates these two executive SUVs, but their ownership briefs are very different. The Q8 e-tron brings two motors, 402 hp, 664 Nm and a 114-kWh battery rated for 582 km, cutting the 0-100 km/h time to 5.6 seconds against the RX’s 7.6 seconds. Its 22-kW AC and 170-kW DC charging figures suit buyers with dependable charging access. The RX counters with a 612-litre boot, 43 litres more than the Audi, plus a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. Its 275-hp 2.4-litre turbo petrol drivetrain removes charging from the daily routine.
Q8 e-tron
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if you can charge regularly and want 582 km of EV range, 664 Nm and a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
RX
Pick the Lexus RX if you need a 612-litre boot, heated and ventilated rear seats, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and a five-year warranty.
Key differences
- Powertrain: Audi has two electric motors with 402 hp and 664 Nm; Lexus has a 2.4-litre turbo inline-four with 275 hp and 430 Nm.
- Acceleration: Audi reaches 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds; Lexus takes 7.6 seconds.
- Energy storage: Audi has a 114-kWh battery and 582 km EV range; Lexus has a 68-litre petrol tank.
- Charging: Audi supports 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC charging; Lexus is petrol-powered.
- Boot space: Audi has 569 litres; Lexus has 612 litres.
- Warranty: Audi has two years unlimited mileage plus an eight-year/160,000-km battery warranty; Lexus has five years unlimited mileage.
Q8 e-tron
- 402 hp and 664 Nm from two electric motors
- 582 km EV range with 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC charging
- Adaptive air suspension and a 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- 569-litre boot is 43 litres smaller than the Lexus
- Two-year vehicle warranty is three years shorter
- Lane keeping gives warnings only, rather than steering correction
RX
- 612-litre boot and power-folding, reclining rear seats
- Heated and ventilated front and rear seats
- Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time is two seconds slower
- 275 hp and 430 Nm trail the Audi’s 402 hp and 664 Nm
- RM754 annual road tax is RM209 higher
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM465,990✓ | RM468,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM754 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC Direct and Port injection with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 275 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 430 Nm at 1,700 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 87.5 mm × 99.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| 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 | 8-Speed Direct Shift |
| Gears | 2 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds✓ | 7.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 4,890 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,914 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 68 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 569 litres | 612 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 235/50R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 235/50R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Bridgestone Alenza 001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish |
| Rear Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED headlights | Adaptive LED Projector |
| 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 | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated and Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Power Folding and Recline, 40:20:40 Split-folding, Heated and Ventilated |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket rear | 1 Front 12-volt, 4 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | — |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi sound system | 14" EMV Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Wired Android Auto, Wireless Apple CarPlay and 12-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera and 3D Function |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 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 RX FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron or Lexus RX better?
The Audi Q8 e-tron is the better choice for regular charging, with 582 km range and a 5.6-second sprint. The Lexus RX better suits buyers wanting petrol refuelling, a larger 612-litre boot and a five-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM465,990 and the Lexus RX costs RM468,888, so the Lexus is RM2,898 more expensive.
Which is quicker and easier to charge or refuel?
The Audi is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds versus 7.6 seconds. It accepts up to 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC charging, while the petrol Lexus uses a 68-litre fuel tank.
