Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron quattro vs BMW i4 eDrive40 Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron | BMW i4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$101,250 | C$64,990 |
| Range (Claimed) | 438 km | 536 km |
| Battery Capacity | 114 kWh | 83 kWh |
| Motor Power | 198 kW | 186 kW |
| Top Speed | N/A | 190 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.6s (0-100 km/h)s | 5.6s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron vs BMW i4: Verdict
The BMW i4 is the more affordable choice at C$64,990, undercutting the other by about C$36,260. The BMW i4 travels further on a charge, with a claimed 536 km versus 438 km — roughly 98 km more. The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron carries the larger battery at 114 kWh against 83 kWh.
Choose the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron if you want a larger 114 kWh battery; pick the BMW i4 if a lower purchase price (C$64,990) matters more to you.
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron vs BMW i4
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Spec Score(16 specs)
4
16 specs
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron
Best
2
16 specs
BMW i4
Complete view of all specifications in one place
Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$101,250
C$64,990
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
438 km
536 km
Battery
↑ higher
114 kWh
83 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
198 kW
186 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
5.6s (0-100 km/h)s
5.6s (0-100 km/h)s
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
114 kWh
83 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
438 km
536 km
Range Standard
EPA
EPA
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
198 kW
186 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
N/A
190 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
5.6s (0-100 km/h)s
5.6s (0-100 km/h)s
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Dimensions
Length
N/A
4783 mm
Width
N/A
1852 mm
Height
N/A
1448 mm
Wheelbase
↑ higher
N/A
2856 mm
Features
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fast Charging (150+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- + 4 more
BMW i4
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- + 3 more
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
2
of 11 wins
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron
Best Overall
1
of 11 wins
BMW i4
Comparing:
Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron (quattro) vs BMW i4 (eDrive40)
| Spec name |  Electric Audi Q8 Sportback e-tronquattro C$101,250 2025EMI → |  Electric BMW i4eDrive40 C$64,990 2026EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$101,250 | C$64,990 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$1,604/mo | C$1,030/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 198 kW Best | 186 kW | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 114 kWh Best | 83 kWh | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | N/A | 400 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | N/A | 190 km/h | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 5.6s (0-100 km/h)s | 5.6s (0-100 km/h)s | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 438 km | 536 km Best | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | EPA | EPA | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | N/A | 4783 mm | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | N/A | 1852 mm | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | N/A | 1448 mm | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | N/A | 2856 mm | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Key Features Comparison
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fast Charging (150+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto