Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron Premium Plus 2025 vs Lucid Earth (2027)

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thumb image Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron Premium Plus 2025 US$ 82,000
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thumb image Lucid Earth (2027) US$ 75,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Audi Lucid Motors
Model Q8 Sportback e-tron Premium Plus 2025 Earth
Vehicle Type Electric All-Electric Luxury SUV
Trims Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, and SQ8 Sportback e-tron Base | Touring | Grand Touring | Dream Edition (expected)
Release Date August 2024 2027 (expected)
Status Available Concept/Pre-production stage
Made In Brussels, Belgium Casa Grande, Arizona, USA
Body Type SUV SUV (mid-to-full size)
Vehicle Warranty 4 years/50,000 miles 4 years / 50,000 miles (bumper-to-bumper, est.) | 8 years / 100,000 miles battery warranty
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) Aurora Silver, Deep Space Black, Stellar White, Ocean Blue (expected palette)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual permanent-magnet synchronous motors Dual / Tri-Motor AWD (depending on trim)
Horsepower 402 hp (Boost Mode: 469 hp) 600 – 1,000 hp (est.)
Torque 490 lb-ft 700 – 1,200 lb-ft (est.)
Acceleration 0-60 mph in 5.4 seconds 0–60 mph in ~3.0–3.5 seconds
Top Speed 124 mph 155 mph (est.)
Range 285-300 miles 350 – 500 miles (depending on trim & battery)
Drivetrain Quattro All Wheel Drive (AWD) AWD (standard), RWD option possible for base

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled) Lithium-ion (Lucid’s proprietary long-range pack)
Battery Capacity 106 kWh (gross) / 94 kWh (usable) 118 kWh – 120 kWh (expected)
Power Consumption 38-42 kWh/100 miles 3.9 miles/kWh (high efficiency focus)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 9 hours (0-100%) 11.5 kW (AC, Level 2)
Supercharging Speed Up to 170 kW (10-80% in 30 mins) 300+ kW DC (800V architecture)
DC Fast Charging Speed 150 kW Up to 350 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour Level 2 (240V, 48A, 11 kW): 25-30 miles/hour 200+ miles in 20 minutes (est.)
Charging Time Level 2 (11 kW, 240V, 48A): 9 hours 10–80% in ~20 minutes with fast charger
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 (NACS by 2027)
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 240V Wall Charger / Smart Home Integration
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW 22 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 193.5 inches (4,915 mm) 196 in (498 cm)
Width 86.6 inches (2,200 mm) 78 in (198 cm)
Height 63.5 inches (1,613 mm) 65 in (165 cm)
Wheelbase 115.3 inches (2,929 mm) 120 in (305 cm)
Ground Clearance 6.5 inches (165 mm) Adjustable Air Suspension (~6–9 in)
Cargo Space 54.4 cu ft with (Rear Seats Folded) 25 cu-ft (rear) + ~10 cu-ft (frunk)
Curb Weight 5,750 lbs (2,608 kg) 5,500 – 6,000 lbs
No. of Doors 5 (including liftgate 4
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Spoke alloy wheel Aero-optimized Aluminum Alloy
Wheel Size 21-inch 20" – 22" options
Front Tire 265/45 R21 265/45 R20 (est.)
Rear Tire 265/45 R21 295/40 R21 (est.)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Rack-and-pinion Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-speed direct drive
Turning Radius 40.4 ft (12.3 m) 38 ft
Gear Box Direct-drive 1-speed fixed
Front Suspension Five-link independent Adaptive Air Suspension with Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension Five-link independent Multi-link Adaptive Air Suspension

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Yes Lucid DreamDrive Pro (Level 3-ready)
Navigation System Yes Integrated with AR HUD
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes 4-zone Automatic Climate ControlStandard
Climate Control Yes USB-C, USB-A, Wireless Charging
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 Electrochromic Glass Roof
Apple Car Play Yes Wireless
Android Auto Yes Wireless
Touchscreen 10.1" MMI Touch + 8.6" Lower Screen 34" 5K Curved Glass Display
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes (5G Enabled)
Bluetooth Yes Yes (Latest Standard)
MP3 Player Yes Yes (through infotainment)
No. Of Speakers 16 Speakers 21 (Surreal Sound Pro System

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Anti-Lock Braking system (ABS) Regenerative + Hydraulic Disc Brakes
Front Brakes Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brakes Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
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
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes Yes (360° Surround View)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Yes (heated & auto-dimming)
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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