Audi Q8 e-tron Premium Plus 2025 vs Porsche Boxster EV (2026)

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thumb image Audi Q8 e-tron Premium Plus 2025 US$ 80,490
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thumb image Porsche Boxster EV (2026) US$ 80,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Audi Porsche
Model Q8 e-tron Premium Plus 2025 Boxster EV
Vehicle Type Electric Electric Roadster
Trims Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige Expected Base, S, GTS (not officially confirmed)
Release Date June 2024 2026 (expected)
Status Available Upcoming / Pre-production
Made In Brussels, Belgium Germany
Body Type SUV 2-Door Convertible Roadster
Vehicle Warranty 4 years / 50,000 miles 4 years / 50,000 miles (expected, similar to Taycan)
Colors Glacier White, Mythos Black, Chronos Gray, Ultra Blue, Florett Silver, etc. Optional: Metallic & Pearl finishes Multiple Porsche custom colors (Carrara White, Jet Black, Racing Yellow, Guards Red, etc. – to be confirmed)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual permanent-magnet synchronous motors Dual electric motors (expected AWD setup, base trim may be RWD)
Horsepower 414 hp 400 hp (Base), up to ~600 hp (higher trims, expected)
Torque 490 lb-ft Not officially disclosed (~500–700 Nm expected)
Acceleration 0-60 mph in 5.4 seconds 3.5 – 4.0 seconds (depending on trim)
Top Speed 124 mph 155 mph (estimated, may vary by trim)
Range 285–300 miles 250–300 miles (EPA estimate)
Drivetrain All-wheel drive (AWD) RWD (base), AWD (higher trims)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled) Lithium-ion, 800V architecture (shared with Porsche Taycan platform)
Battery Capacity 114 kWh gross (106 kWh usable) 80–100 kWh (expected)
Power Consumption 38–41 kWh/100 miles 18–20 kWh / 100 km (estimate)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles (expected)
Home Charging Speed 0–100% in 10–11 hours 11 kW AC (approx. 8–10 hrs full charge)
Supercharging Speed 10–80% in 30 minutes Up to 270 kW (800V fast charging system)
DC Fast Charging Speed 170 kW 10–80% in ~20–25 minutes
Miles of Range added Per Hour 25–30 miles/hour 35–40 miles (AC), ~180–200 miles (DC fast charge)
Charging Time 10–11 hours 8–10 hrs (AC), 20–25 min (DC Fast)
Charging Connector Type CCS1 (Combined Charging System) CCS Combo
Home Charging Options Audi-branded 9.6 kW Level 2 charger (sold separately): Compatible with any J1772/CCS1 charger (e.g., Charge Point, JuiceBox) Porsche Mobile Charger / Wallbox
Onboard Charger Power 9.6 kW 11–22 kW (expected)

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 193.5 in (4,915 mm) 172 in (est.)
Width 86.5 in (2,197 mm) 72 in (est.)
Height 64.7 in (1,643 mm) 50 in (est.)
Wheelbase 115.3 in (2,929 mm) 97 in (est.)
Ground Clearance 5.8 in (147 mm) 5 in
Cargo Space 28.5 cu ft / 56.3 cu ft Frunk (~3–4 cu ft), Rear (~5–6 cu ft)
Curb Weight 5,842 lbs 4,000–4,200 lbs (battery-heavy)
No. of Doors 5 Doors 2
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 2

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Spoke alloy wheels Alloy (multiple Porsche design options)
Wheel Size 21 inches 19" – 21" options
Front Tire 255/50 R21 245/35 R19 (base)
Rear Tire 255/50 R21 285/35 R20 (higher trims)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion Electric power steering, Porsche Dynamic Steering (optional)
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-speed EV transmission
Turning Radius 40.4 ft 10.5 m (est.)
Gear Box N/A (EVs use single-speed reduction gear) Direct drive
Front Suspension Multi-Link Adaptive strut-type suspension
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Multi-link, adaptive

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Yes No (Porsche uses advanced driver assistance, not full autonomy)
Navigation System Yes Porsche Communication Management (PCM) with AR navigation
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes USB-C ports
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes No (convertible roof
Touchscreen 10.1" + 8.6" Dual MMI Touch Central 10.9-inch + digital instrument cluster
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth 5.2 (2 phones) Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 16 Speakers 8 (standard), 14 (Bose), 21 (Burmester premium option)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative + Electrohydraulic Disc Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated Discs Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Ventilated Discs Ventilated Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags Yes 6+ (front, side, knee)
Rear Seat Belt 3-point belts x3 (ALR/ELR) Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes 360° view
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor Yes No (sports car)
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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