Verdict
At RM465,990 against the Toyota Vellfire’s RM448,000, the Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM17,990 more but brings a 114 kWh battery, 402 hp and 664 Nm from two motors, plus a 582 km EV range. Its annual road tax is also RM545, versus RM835. The Vellfire answers with seven seats rather than five, a longer 3,000 mm wheelbase and power sliding doors. For Malaysian buyers carrying more people, the Toyota is the more practical format; the Audi is for those who can charge and want EV performance.
Q8 e-tron
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if you want 402 hp, 664 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 582 km electric range in a five-seat SUV.
Vellfire
Pick the Toyota Vellfire if you need seven seats, power sliding doors and a five-year manufacturer warranty for RM17,990 less.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q8 e-tron RM465,990; Toyota Vellfire RM448,000.
- Powertrain: Audi Q8 e-tron has two electric motors with 402 hp and 664 Nm; Toyota Vellfire has a 2,494 cc petrol engine with 180 hp and 235 Nm.
- Seating: Audi Q8 e-tron has 5 seats; Toyota Vellfire has 7 seats.
- Wheelbase: Audi Q8 e-tron 2,928 mm; Toyota Vellfire 3,000 mm.
- Boot space: Audi Q8 e-tron 569 litres; Toyota Vellfire 510 litres.
- Annual road tax: Audi Q8 e-tron RM545; Toyota Vellfire RM835.
Q8 e-tron
- 582 km EV range from a 114 kWh battery
- 402 hp and 664 Nm with all-wheel drive
- 569-litre boot, head-up display and Digital Matrix LED headlamps
- Five seats versus the Vellfire’s seven
- RM465,990 price is RM17,990 higher
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years
Vellfire
- Seven seats with power-adjustable ottoman captain’s chairs
- Power sliding doors with soft-close function
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty
- 510-litre boot versus the Audi’s 569 litres
- No head-up display, while the Audi has one
- Front-wheel drive versus the Audi’s all-wheel drive
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM465,990 | RM448,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM835 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,494 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 180 hp |
| Torque | — | 235 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 90 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.8 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 114 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 582 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear | 7-speed Super CVT-i with Sports Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Gears | 2 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 9.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 5,005 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,950 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 3,000 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,105 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 569 litres✓ | 510 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 225/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 225/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 19" Alloy |
| 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, Driver Knee, 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 Outer Middle Row Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED headlights | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination with Dynamic Turn Signals | 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Power Adjustable Ottoman Captain Middle Row Seat, 50:50 Fold-up Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof, Rear |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket rear | 2 Front, 1 Console Box, 2 First Row, 2 Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | Powered Rear Sun Shades, Powered Panoramic Roof Shades |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi sound system | 14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 15-speaker JBL Sound System |
| 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 with Stop and Go, Steering Assist and Curve Speed Reduction |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Powered boot with soft close function |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | Power Sliding with Soft-close Function, One-touch Auto Close, Anti-pinch |
| 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 | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 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 Vellfire FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron or Toyota Vellfire better?
The Audi Q8 e-tron is better for electric driving, with 402 hp, 664 Nm and a 582 km range. The Toyota Vellfire is better when seven seats and power sliding doors matter more than EV capability.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q8 e-tron is RM17,990 more expensive than the Toyota Vellfire.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The Audi Q8 e-tron has lower annual road tax at RM545, compared with RM835 for the Toyota Vellfire, a RM290 difference.