Genesis Electrified GV70 vs Audi Q8 e-tron

The Genesis Electrified GV70 starts from $132,800 before on-road costs, while the Audi Q8 e-tron opens at $140,600. That makes the Genesis Electrified GV70 the more affordable entry point by $7,800.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $146,080 and $154,660 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the Genesis Electrified GV70 and Audi Q8 e-tron hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 89% for the Genesis Electrified GV70 and 91% for the Audi Q8 e-tron.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. Both models are evenly matched with 10 out of 10 key ADAS systems.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Genesis Electrified GV70 and 8 in the Audi Q8 e-tron.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Genesis Electrified GV70 features a 14.5-inch touchscreen paired with a 27-inch digital dash, while the Audi Q8 e-tron gets a 10.1-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Genesis Electrified GV70 stands out with panoramic roof, ventilated seats and V2L that you will not find on the Audi Q8 e-tron. The Audi Q8 e-tron counters with ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Genesis Electrified GV70 gets nappa leather upholstery while the Audi Q8 e-tron offers leather. Climate control is 3-zone in the Genesis Electrified GV70 and 4-zone in the Audi Q8 e-tron.

The Genesis Electrified GV70 uses a Electric Motor producing 360kW and 700Nm of torque, sent through a single speed reduction gear (front and rear) to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 4.4 seconds.

The Audi Q8 e-tron responds with a Electric making 250kW and 664Nm, paired to a two-stage planetary gearbox with single gear driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7 seconds.

The Genesis Electrified GV70 has the clear power advantage at 360kW vs 250kW. In the real-world sprint, the Genesis Electrified GV70 is 2.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 84kWh (Genesis Electrified GV70) vs 95kWh (Audi Q8 e-tron), giving WLTP ranges of 462km and 491km. DC fast charging peaks at 350kW (Genesis Electrified GV70) vs 170kW (Audi Q8 e-tron).

The Genesis Electrified GV70 measures 4,715mm long on a 2,875mm wheelbase, 200mm shorter than the Audi Q8 e-tron at 4,915mm (2,928mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Audi Q8 e-tron generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 503L in the Genesis Electrified GV70 and 569L in the Audi Q8 e-tron, giving the Audi Q8 e-tron a 66L advantage.

For towing, the Audi Q8 e-tron leads with a 1,800kg braked capacity vs 1,800kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Genesis Electrified GV70) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Audi Q8 e-tron). Both match on warranty length.