2026 Audi Q8 e-tron facelift large electric SUV

Audi

2026 Audi Q8 e-tron

Large luxury electric SUV

On sale nowBattery electric

From $140,090 plus on-road costs

Production has ended and only remaining stock is on sale.

From$140,090+ORC
DC charge170 kW
Warranty5 yrs / unlimited km. EV

CarTell take

We haven't driven the Q8 e-tron yet. On paper, if you do not need the bigger boot or the tow rating, the Q6 e-tron is the smarter buy. Confirm virtual mirror option matches your driving style, the small OLED displays take getting used to.

Why consider it

  • Up to 582 km WLTP on the 55 e-tron with the 114 kWh battery, and a genuine 1,800 kg braked tow rating that few EVs match.
  • 569 L boot is class leading, plus a 62 L frunk.
  • SQ8 tri motor delivers 370 kW with rear torque vectoring.

What to know

  • 400V architecture means 170 kW DC peak is mid pack at this money.
  • The newer Q6 e-tron is cheaper, charges faster and is almost as roomy.
  • 5 year warranty trails Polestar and Korean rivals.

Who it suits

EV tow owners chasing a real 1,800 kg braked rating, large luxury families wanting the biggest Audi EV boot, long range tourers happy with 170 kW DC peak, and performance EV buyers drawn to the SQ8 tri motor.

Small families

Practical everyday space

EV first-timers

Charge at home, skip the servo

Towing

Built to tow

Keen drivers

Pace and poise

Range, charging and ownership

EV essentials at a glance.

170 kW

DC fast charging

AC charging at home up to 11 kW.

8 yrs / 160,000 km

Battery warranty

Vehicle warranty 5 yrs / unlimited km. EV.

Grades and pricing

2 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.
GradePrice fromDC chargeKey differences
Q8 50 e-tron quattro SUV$140,090 +ORC170 kW
Q8 55 e-tron quattro SUV$166,090 +ORC170 kW

Q8 50 e-tron quattro SUV

$140,090 +ORC

DC charge
170 kW

Q8 55 e-tron quattro SUV

$166,090 +ORC

DC charge
170 kW

Practicality and safety

5-star ANCAP

Safety rating. Rated 2019

AWD

Drivetrain

Top rivals

Look at the alternatives if you want 800V hardware (step to the Q6 e-tron), a 7 seat layout (Volvo EX90), or sub $130k pricing.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the 2026 Audi Q8 e-tron in Australia?

Pricing opens at $140,090 plus on-roads for the Q8 50 e-tron quattro SUV and tops out at $166,090 plus on-roads for the Q8 55 e-tron quattro SUV, across 2 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.

What is the Audi Q8 e-tron range?

Up to 582 km WLTP on the 55 e-tron with the 114 kWh battery, and around 491 km WLTP on the 50 e-tron with the 95 kWh battery.

How much can the Audi Q8 e-tron tow?

1,800 kg braked across the range, one of the highest tow ratings in the large electric SUV segment.

How fast does the Audi Q8 e-tron charge?

170 kW DC peak. A 10 to 80 per cent top up takes around 31 minutes on the 95 kWh battery and around 36 minutes on the 114 kWh pack.

The Audi Q8 e-tron in full

Production has ended and only remaining stock is on sale. The Q8 e-tron is Audi's flagship large electric SUV, the facelifted evolution of the original 2019 e-tron with a bigger battery, a more efficient motor and a redesigned nose with the new four ring logo. Built on the older MLB evo derived 400V platform, not the new PPE. Three drivetrains across SUV and Sportback bodies, all quattro AWD: 50 e-tron on the 95 kWh battery, 55 e-tron and SQ8 sharing the larger 114 kWh pack. 1,800 kg braked tow rating, 170 kW DC peak, 5 star ANCAP from 2019.

From$140,090+ORC
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