Verdict
At RM360,790 versus RM328,800, the Audi Q8 e-tron asks RM31,990 more and spends it on EV pace: 335 hp, 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds and a 95.0 kWh battery with 491 km range. The GWM Tank 500 is the family hauler here, with seven seats, a 75-litre fuel tank and a longer, much taller body. The Audi has the usable boot number, 569 litres against 98 litres, while the GWM counters with a 6-year warranty against 2 years.
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if you want a five-seat electric SUV with 491 km range, stronger 335 hp output and a far larger 569-litre boot.
Pick the GWM Tank 500 if you need seven seats, petrol hybrid/REV flexibility and a longer warranty for RM31,990 less.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q8 e-tron RM360,790; GWM Tank 500 RM328,800
- Seats: Audi Q8 e-tron 5; GWM Tank 500 7
- Power: Audi Q8 e-tron 335 hp; GWM Tank 500 241 hp
- Battery: Audi Q8 e-tron 95.0 kWh; GWM Tank 500 1.8 kWh
- Boot space: Audi Q8 e-tron 569 L; GWM Tank 500 98 L
- Warranty: Audi Q8 e-tron 2 years; GWM Tank 500 6 years
Q8 e-tron
- 491 km EV range
- Quicker 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time
- 569-litre boot
- Only five seats
- Shorter 2-year warranty
- Costs RM31,990 more
Tank 500
- Seven-seat cabin
- Lower RM328,800 price
- Longer 6-year warranty
- Only 98 litres of boot space
- Lower 241 hp output
- Higher RM439 yearly road tax
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 360,790 | RM 328,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 241 hp |
| Torque | — | 380 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 335 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm✓ | 268 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | — |
| Battery Capacity | 95 kWh✓ | 1.75 kWh |
| EV Range | 491 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear | Nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | 2 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.0 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 5,070 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 1,934 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Fuel Tank | — | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 569 litres✓ | 98 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R20 | 265/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R20 | 265/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Continental CrossContact RX |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Ladder-frame |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" 5-Arm Aero Style Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 5-Arm Aero Style Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Headlamps with High-Beam Assist | Projector LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, 50:50 Split Power Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket rear | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi sound system | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Manual |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/200,000-km High Voltage Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 395✓ | RM 439 |
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.
Q8 e-tron vs Tank 500 FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron or GWM Tank 500 better?
The Audi Q8 e-tron is better for EV performance and luggage space, with 335 hp, 491 km range and a 569-litre boot. The GWM Tank 500 is better if you need seven seats and a 6-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM360,790, while the GWM Tank 500 costs RM328,800. That makes the Audi RM31,990 more expensive.
Which one is more practical for a family?
The GWM Tank 500 has seven seats, so it suits larger families. The Audi Q8 e-tron has only five seats, but its 569-litre boot is much larger than the GWM’s 98 litres.