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Audi Q8 e-tron vs Rivian R1S

Comparing the 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron (from $74,400) with the 2025 Rivian R1S (from $83,990). The Q8 e-tron offers 285 miles of range while the R1S offers 329 miles.

Quick Take

Audi Q8 e-tron plays nicest with your phone, while Rivian R1S packs the most punch.

Audi Q8 e-tron

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Audi Q8 e-tron

Best Phone Integration

  • Apple CarPlay
  • Android Auto
Rivian R1S

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Rivian R1S

Most Powerful

  • Up to 1025 hp
  • 0-60 mph as quick as 2.6s
  • 130 mph top speed
Price
$74,400 - $89,800
$83,990 - $121,990
Range
253-300 miles
329-410 miles
Horsepower
402-496 hp
665-1025 hp
0-60 mph
4.2-5.4 sec
2.6-3.4 sec
Battery Size
106 kWh
135-180 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
Seats
5
7
Top Speed
124-130 mph
111-130 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
7700 lbs
DC Fast Charging
Unknown
Unknown
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
Unknown
Length
193.5"
200.8"
Width
76.7"
81.8"
Height
65.5"
77.3"
Cargo Capacity
56.4 cu ft
Unknown

Audi Q8 e-tron vs Rivian R1S: Which Should You Buy?

The Audi Q8 e-tron starts at $74,400, undercutting the Rivian R1S ($83,990) by about $9,500.

In its longest-range configuration the Rivian R1S covers up to 410 miles, 110 more than the Audi Q8 e-tron's maximum of 300.

The Rivian R1S seats 7 to the Audi Q8 e-tron's 5. The Audi Q8 e-tron is also 7 inches shorter than the Rivian R1S, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if CarPlay and Android Auto are must-haves, or the Rivian R1S if you want the most power.

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