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Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback vs Denza Z9 GT

Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback

Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback

Verdict

The Z9 GT is 71% more powerful, the Z9 GT goes 16% further on a charge, while the Z9 GT is about 6% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

Price & overview
PriceRM 379,990RM 358,800
Body typeSUVWagon
SegmentC-SegmentExecutive
AssemblyCBUCBU
Powertrain
FuelElectricElectric
Number of Motors23
Motor Horsepower335 hp1,140 hp
Motor Torque664 Nm1,210 Nm
Battery TypeLithium-ionLithium Iron Phosphate
Battery Capacity95 kWh122.49 kWh
EV Range505 km600 km
Charger Type (AC)Type 2Type 2
Charging Rate (AC)11 kW11 kW
Charger Type (DC)CCSCCS
Charging Rate (DC)150 kW1,500 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionConventional AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
Transmission Name2-speed automatic transmission
Gears2
Transmission ManufacturerAudi AG
DrivelineAll Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h6 seconds2.7 seconds
Top Speed269 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,915 mm5,180 mm
Width1,937 mm1,990 mm
Height1,619 mm1,490 mm
Wheelbase2,928 mm3,125 mm
Weight2,895 kg
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space528 litres495 litres
Front Tyre255/50R20225/45R20
Rear Tyre255/50R20225/45R20
Factory TyresBridgestone Alenza 001Continental EcoContact 7
Chassis
AssemblyGermany (CBU)China (CBU)
ChassisUnibodyUnibody
Front SuspensionMulti-link with Air SuspensionDouble Wishbones with Air Suspension
Rear SuspensionMulti-link with Air SuspensionMulti-link with Air Suspension
Front Wheels20" 5-arm Alloy Wheels20" Y-spoke Alloys
Rear Wheels20" 5-arm Alloy Wheels20" Y-spoke Alloys
Front BrakesVentilated DiscsVentilated Discs
Rear BrakesSolid DiscsVentilated Discs
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesDiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air Suspension
Crash Safety Ratings
EuroNCAP5 stars
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear CurtainDriver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockElectric for rear doorsElectric for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seatsAvailable on Outer Two Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes, Audi pre sense frontYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderFor All SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED Projectors with Auto High BeamLED Projectors
TaillampsFull LED with Dynamic Light Design and Sequential IndicatorsFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPower Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory FunctionPowered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging
Rear Seats60:40 Split FoldPowered Rear Seats with Extendable Leg Rests
Front Air-conDual-Zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
SunroofPanoramic Sunroof
Power Sockets1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket rear1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear
Interior LightingMap Lights and Ambient LightsMap Lights, Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadeManual Rear Door Window ShadesSunroof Shade
Audio10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi sound system17.3" Touchscreen with Google Automotive Services Built-in, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Devialet Sound System, 13.2" Front Passenger Touchscreen
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push Button StartKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Electric Steering Adjustment
Boot OperationRemote Control ActivatedPowered Boot
Parking Sensor Front6 Sensors6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear6 Sensors6 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree View MonitorYes, 360-degree Camera
Auto ParkingYes, e3 Parking
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Power DoorAll Doors
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Convenience NotesFront and Rear Fridges
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimited150,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer2 years6 years
Warranty Notes8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain and High Voltage Battery Warranty
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM 395RM 9,440

Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.

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