Audi Q8 RS Q8
0/5 (0)
$255,800
Manufacturer's List Price (MLP)
Excludes on-road costs
Lotus Eletre
0/5 (0)
$279,990
Manufacturer's List Price (MLP)
Excludes on-road costs

Vehicle Overview

Key specifications and features at a glance

Q8 RS Q8
Overview
Eletre R
2018 - Present
Year
2023 - Present
3996
Engine
111.9
471
Power
—
Diesel
Fuel
Electric
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
5
Seating
5

Detailed Specifications

Complete technical specifications comparison

Best comparable values are highlighted in green.

Q8 RS Q8
Specification
Eletre R
3996
Engine Capacity
—
V
Cylinder Configuration
—
8
Number of Cylinders
—
—
Battery Capacity
111.9
—
Battery Capacity Gross
111.9
—
Battery Capacity Usable
109
—
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
—
Electric Range
450 km (WLTP)
—
Energy Consumption
30.7
471
Power
675
850
Torque
985
—
0–100 km/h
2.95
305
Top Speed
265
—
AC Charging Power
22
—
DC Fast Charging Power
355
—
AC Connector
Type-2
—
DC Connector
Ccs2
—
DC Charging
10–80% in 20 min (Up to 355kW DC)
—
Heat Pump
Yes
—
Regenerative Braking
Yes
AWD
Drive Type
AWD
12.8
Fuel Economy Combined
—
295 / 35 R23
Tyre Size
275 / 40 R22 front; 315 / 35 R22 rear
23
Wheel Size
22
5
Number of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
Carbon-ceramic ventilated disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated disc
Carbon-ceramic ventilated disc
Rear Brakes
Ventilated disc
RS adaptive air suspension sport
Front Suspension
Multi-link air suspension
RS adaptive air suspension sport
Rear Suspension
Multi-link air suspension
Electromechanical power steering
Steering Type
Electric power steering
8
Number of Airbags
7
3500
Towing Capacity
2250

Dimensions & Weight

Physical specifications and measurements

Best comparable values are highlighted in green.

Q8 RS Q8
Dimension
Eletre R
85
Fuel Tank Capacity
—
5022
Length
5103
2007
Width
2019
1694
Height
1636
2998
Wheelbase
3019
—
Ground Clearance
194
2315
Kerb Weight
2640
605
Boot Space
688
—
Boot Space (Seats Folded)
1532
—
Frunk Space
46

Features Comparison

Standard and optional equipment comparison

Safety

Q8 RS Q8
Feature
Eletre R
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert

Comfort

Q8 RS Q8
Feature
Eletre R
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights

Interior Exterior

Q8 RS Q8
Feature
Eletre R
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors

Technology

Q8 RS Q8
Feature
Eletre R
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App

Charging & Battery Tech

Q8 RS Q8
Feature
Eletre R
AC home charging
DC fast-charge capable
Scheduled charging
Charging Cable Included
Portable Charger Included
Wall Charger Compatible
Battery Preconditioning
Heat Pump

EV / Hybrid Drive Features

Q8 RS Q8
Feature
Eletre R
Regenerative braking
Drive mode select
EV / hybrid drive modes
One Pedal Driving
V2L
V2G

Electric vehicle features

Q8 RS Q8
Feature
Eletre R
Aero Alloy Wheels
Charging Port Light Indicator

Diesel Utility

Q8 RS Q8
Feature
Eletre R
Trailer Sway Control
Side Steps
Tow Bar Prep

Pros & Cons

Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle

Audi Q8 RS Q8

Pros

  • +Exceptional 471 kW performance
  • +Huge 850 Nm torque output
  • +Rapid 3.6-second acceleration
  • +Standard carbon-ceramic brakes
  • +Practical 605 litre boot

Cons

  • −Very high purchase price
  • −Very high fuel consumption
  • −Costly 23-inch tyres
  • −Heavy kerb weight
  • −Firm performance-focused ride

Lotus Eletre R

Pros

  • +Exceptional 675 kW system output
  • +Massive 985 Nm torque
  • +2.95-second 0-100 km/h acceleration
  • +Ultra-fast 355 kW DC charging
  • +Strong 2250 kg towing capacity

Cons

  • −Highest Eletre purchase price
  • −Shortest 450 km WLTP range
  • −High 30.7 kWh/100km consumption
  • −Heavy 2640 kg tare mass
  • −No verified ANCAP rating

Which one should you buy?

Best Overall: Lotus Eletre R

Across performance, value, efficiency, and practicality, this variant shows a balanced overall profile.

Our Recommendation

Choose Audi Q8 RS Q8 if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.

Choose Lotus Eletre R if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.

Bottom Line: Lotus Eletre R offers the strongest overall profile in this comparison.

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