Verdict
The Audi Q8 e-tron is the bigger, quicker and more powerful SUV here, with dual motors, 335 hp, all-wheel drive and a 491 km EV range from its 95.0 kWh battery. It also has a longer 2,928 mm wheelbase and a much larger 569 litre boot. The Toyota Harrier counters with a 2,487 cc petrol hybrid set-up, 55 litre fuel tank, lower width for easier city placement, and a five-year warranty against the Audi’s two. This is EV pace and space versus hybrid familiarity and warranty cover.
Q8 e-tron
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if you want the stronger all-wheel-drive EV, the bigger boot and the 491 km electric range.
Harrier
Pick the Toyota Harrier if you want a petrol hybrid SUV with a 55 litre tank, a lower entry price and a longer five-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q8 e-tron RM360,790; Toyota Harrier RM289,000
- Power: Audi Q8 e-tron 335 hp; Toyota Harrier 175 hp
- Driven wheels: Audi Q8 e-tron all-wheel drive; Toyota Harrier front-wheel drive
- Battery/fuel: Audi Q8 e-tron 95.0 kWh with 491 km EV range; Toyota Harrier 55 litre fuel tank
- Boot space: Audi Q8 e-tron 569 litres; Toyota Harrier 396 litres
- Warranty and road tax: Audi Q8 e-tron 2 years and RM395/year; Toyota Harrier 5 years and RM830/year
Q8 e-tron
- 335 hp dual-motor EV with all-wheel drive
- 491 km EV range from a 95.0 kWh battery
- 569 litre boot is usefully larger
- Two-year warranty trails the Harrier’s five years
- Costs RM71,790 more
- Wider body at 1,937 mm
Harrier
- RM289,000 price undercuts the Audi
- Five-year warranty
- 2,487 cc petrol hybrid with a 55 litre tank
- 175 hp is well down on the Audi’s 335 hp
- 396 litre boot is smaller
- Front-wheel drive only
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 360,790 | RM 289,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing and hybrid assistance (VVT-iE on intake, VVT-i on exhaust) |
| Capacity | — | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 175 hp |
| Torque | — | 221 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 335 hp✓ | 118 hp |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm✓ | 202 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium Ion |
| Battery Capacity | 95 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 | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear | — |
| Gears | 2 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.0 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 569 litres✓ | 396 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R20 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R20 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Bridgestone Alenza H/L 33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 20" 5-Arm Aero Style Alloy Wheels | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 5-Arm Aero Style Alloy Wheels | 18" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Solid 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, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual 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 on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Headlamps with High-Beam Assist | Bi-LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | 12-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, Manual Recline |
| 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 | — | Full-sized Moonroof with Electrochromic Function |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Cupholder Lights and Footwell 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 | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Front and Rear Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Hybrid Battery, Inverter and PCU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 395✓ | RM 830 |
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 Harrier FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron or Toyota Harrier better?
The Audi Q8 e-tron is better for performance, EV range, boot space and all-wheel drive. The Toyota Harrier is better for lower purchase price, petrol hybrid use and warranty cover.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM71,790 more than the Toyota Harrier.
Which has more boot space?
The Audi Q8 e-tron has the bigger boot at 569 litres, compared with 396 litres in the Toyota Harrier.