Audi A5 vs Audi Q8

How does the Audi A5 stack up against the Audi Q8? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Audi A5Audi A5
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Audi Q8Audi Q8
SpecAudi A5Audi Q8
Horsepower (max)639 hp640 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.6 s3.6 s
Top speed285 km/h305 km/h
Variants43
Body styleMid-size fastback sedanPerformance SUV coupe
GenerationB104M LCI
Production2024 – present2024 – present
Length4,829 mm5,012 mm
Width1,860 mm2,000 mm
Height1,440 mm1,675 mm
Wheelbase2,890 mm2,998 mm

Audi A5 vs Audi Q8: common questions

Is the Audi A5 or Audi Q8 faster?
Both the Audi A5 and Audi Q8 hit 0-60 mph in about 3.4s (0-100 km/h in 3.6s).
Which has more horsepower, the Audi A5 or the Audi Q8?
The Audi Q8 makes more power: 640 hp (477 kW) versus 639 hp (477 kW) for the Audi A5.
Is the Audi A5 or Audi Q8 faster on top speed?
The Audi Q8 has the higher top speed at 190 mph (305 km/h), versus 177 mph (285 km/h) for the Audi A5.
What is the main difference between the Audi A5 and the Audi Q8?
The Audi A5 is a mid-size fastback sedan, while the Audi Q8 is a performance suv coupe. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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