Verdict
For just RM5,190 more, the Audi Q8 e-tron brings a 114 kWh battery, 582 km claimed range and 170 kW DC charging, against the Jaguar I-Pace’s 90 kWh, 440 km and 100 kW. That is the stronger fit for Malaysian buyers covering long inter-city distances. The Jaguar counters with a quicker 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time, 656-litre boot and a five-year vehicle warranty. But its 696 Nm torque does not offset the Audi’s 142 km range advantage for most EV ownership.
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if 582 km range, 22 kW AC charging and 170 kW DC charging matter more than outright acceleration.
Pick the Jaguar I-Pace if you want the quicker 4.8-second sprint, a 656-litre boot and five years of vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q8 e-tron RM465,990; Jaguar I-Pace RM460,800.
- Battery and range: Audi 114 kWh and 582 km; Jaguar 90 kWh and 440 km.
- Charging: Audi 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC; Jaguar 11 kW AC and 100 kW DC.
- Performance: Audi 402 hp, 664 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds; Jaguar 395 hp, 696 Nm and 4.8 seconds.
- Boot space: Audi 569 litres; Jaguar 656 litres.
- Vehicle warranty: Audi two years with unlimited mileage; Jaguar five years or 150,000 km.
Q8 e-tron
- 582 km claimed EV range from a 114 kWh battery.
- 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC charging capability.
- Digital Matrix LED headlights and surround-view camera.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 5.6 seconds versus 4.8 seconds.
- Smaller 569-litre boot versus 656 litres.
- Two-year vehicle warranty versus five years.
I-Pace
- Quicker 4.8-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- Larger 656-litre boot.
- Five-year or 150,000 km vehicle warranty.
- 440 km range versus the Audi’s 582 km.
- 11 kW AC and 100 kW DC charging versus 22 kW and 170 kW.
- No surround-view camera, compared with the Audi’s system.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM465,990 | RM460,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545 | RM545 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | — |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 395 hp |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm | 696 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 114 kWh✓ | 90 kWh |
| EV Range | 582 km✓ | 440 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW✓ | 100 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear | — |
| Gears | 2 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 4,682 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 1,895 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,565 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 2,990 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 569 litres | 656 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 245/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 245/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Goodyear Eagle F1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Austria (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | Air Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 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 | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For all seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED headlights | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination with Dynamic Turn Signals | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | — |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi sound system | 10" Pivi Pro Infotainment 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 | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes |
| 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✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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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Q8 e-tron vs I-Pace FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron or Jaguar I-Pace better?
The Audi Q8 e-tron is the better long-distance EV on these figures, with 582 km range and 170 kW DC charging. Choose the Jaguar I-Pace instead if quicker acceleration, a larger boot and longer vehicle warranty are your priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM5,190 more than the Jaguar I-Pace: RM465,990 against RM460,800.
Which EV has the longer range and faster charging?
The Audi Q8 e-tron has the advantage in both: 582 km versus 440 km range, 22 kW versus 11 kW AC charging, and 170 kW versus 100 kW DC charging.