Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron Premium Plus 2025 vs Kia EV9 GT-Line

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thumb image Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron Premium Plus 2025 US$ 82,000
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thumb image Kia EV9 GT-Line US$ 73,900

BASIC INFO

Brand Audi Kia
Model Q8 Sportback e-tron Premium Plus 2025 EV9 2025
Vehicle Type Electric Electric SUV
Trims Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, and SQ8 Sportback e-tron Light, Wind, Land, GT-Line
Release Date August 2024 Q2 2025 (Expected)
Status Available Upcoming
Made In Brussels, Belgium South Korea
Body Type SUV SUV
Vehicle Warranty 4 years/50,000 miles 5 years / 60,000 miles (Battery: 10 years / 100,000 miles)
Colors Mythos Black Metallic, Daytona Gray Pearl, Glacier White Metallic, Ultra Blue Metallic, Florett Silver Metallic, Quantum Gray (SQ8 exclusive), and Optional: Custom Audi Exclusive colors (extra cost) Snow White Pearl, Aurora Black Pearl, Pebble Gray, Iceberg Green, Ocean Blue

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual permanent-magnet synchronous motors Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Dual Motor for AWD trims)
Horsepower 402 hp (Boost Mode: 469 hp) Up to 379 hp (GT-Line)
Torque 490 lb-ft Up to 516 lb-ft
Acceleration 0-60 mph in 5.4 seconds 0–60 mph in ~5.0 seconds (GT-Line)
Top Speed 124 mph 124 mph (200 km/h)
Range 285-300 miles 300–336 miles (EPA estimated)
Drivetrain Quattro All Wheel Drive (AWD) RWD (Base) / AWD (Higher trims)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled) Lithium-Ion Polymer
Battery Capacity 106 kWh (gross) / 94 kWh (usable) 76.1 kWh (Base), 99.8 kWh (Long Range)
Power Consumption 38-42 kWh/100 miles 21 kWh/100 miles
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 10 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 9 hours (0-100%) 11 kW
Supercharging Speed Up to 170 kW (10-80% in 30 mins) Up to 350 kW
DC Fast Charging Speed 150 kW 10–80% in ~25 minutes
Miles of Range added Per Hour Level 2 (240V, 48A, 11 kW): 25-30 miles/hour 35 miles (AC), ~200 miles in 15 mins (DC)
Charging Time Level 2 (11 kW, 240V, 48A): 9 hours 8 hours (AC), ~25 minutes (DC)
Charging Connector Type AC Charging (Home/Public L2): J1772 (North America) / Type 2 (Mennekes) (Europe) - DC Fast Charging: CCS Combo (SAE J1772 + DC pins) - Included Cable: Audi provides a dual-ended J1772 (Level 1/Level 2) cable. CCS Combo
Home Charging Options Included Equipment: Audi provides a portable 120V/240V Level 1/2 cable - Audi Connected Charger (9.6 kW, 40A) - and also have a Third-Party Options Level 1 & Level 2 (Wallbox)
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW 11 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 193.5 inches (4,915 mm) 197.4 inches
Width 86.6 inches (2,200 mm) 77.9 inches
Height 63.5 inches (1,613 mm) 70.1 inches
Wheelbase 115.3 inches (2,929 mm) 122 inches
Ground Clearance 6.5 inches (165 mm) 7.8 inches
Cargo Space 54.4 cu ft with (Rear Seats Folded) 20.2 cu ft (seats up), 81.9 cu ft (folded)
Curb Weight 5,750 lbs (2,608 kg) 5,700 – 6,200 lbs
No. of Doors 5 (including liftgate 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 6 or 7

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Spoke alloy wheel Alloy
Wheel Size 21-inch 19 to 21 inches
Front Tire 265/45 R21 255/60R19 to 285/45R21
Rear Tire 265/45 R21 255/60R19 to 285/45R21

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Rack-and-pinion Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single Speed Automatic
Turning Radius 40.4 ft (12.3 m) 19.4 ft
Gear Box Direct-drive Direct Drive
Front Suspension Five-link independent MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Five-link independent Multi-Link

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Yes Kia Highway Driving Assist 2 (HDA2)
Navigation System Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Tri-Zone Automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Wireless
Android Auto Yes Wireless
Touchscreen 10.1" MMI Touch + 8.6" Lower Screen 12.3-inch dual screen + 5-inch HVAC screen
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 16 Speakers Up to 14 (Meridian Sound System)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Anti-Lock Braking system (ABS) Regenerative + Disc
Front Brakes Ventilated Discs Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Ventilated Discs Ventilated Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 8 Airbags (Dual front, front side, rear side, front/rear curtain) 10
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes (Front & Rear)
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes Yes (360° view)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert No Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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