Skoda Karoq RS vs Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

Skoda Karoq RS

Suv · Gasoline

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

Suv · Hybrid · AWD

Car A

Skoda Karoq RS

The Skoda Karoq RS blends family practicality with efficient petrol performance, pairing strong acceleration with a useful 521-liter trunk. It ranks well on consumption and safety while offering good value around 35,000.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety

Car B

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

The Audi Q8 55 TFSI e balances strong V6 plug-in hybrid performance with efficient-for-its-class running and a usable 47 km electric range. Best for road trips and growing families wanting AWD confidence and a spacious 605-liter cargo area.

5 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety2.5 L/100km340 hpAWDHybrid

Why compared same body typesame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 73 / 67

City 49 / 34

Budget / value 63 / 32

Road trip 53 / 76

Performance 25 / 38

Cargo 37 / 42

Practical 54 / 49

Premium 27 / 67

Winter 36 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = Skoda Karoq RS · Orange = Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Skoda Karoq RS Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

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Pros & cons

Skoda Karoq RS

Efficient for its class with a 6.4 combined figure
Quick 0–100 km/h in 5.8 s for confident overtakes
Practical family space with 5 seats and 521 liters of cargo
Good value in its segment at around 35,000
Petrol-only; not for buyers seeking hybrid or electric efficiency
Not aimed at hardcore performance driving
Five seats only; no third row for larger families
Price near 35,000 may still exceed basic family options

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

Quick 0-100 km/h in 5.4 s and AWD traction suit confident highway passing and winter travel
Efficient for its class: 2.5 L/100 km combined when charged, plus 47 km EV range for short trips
Generous 605-liter boot and five-seat layout work well for family gear and road trips
Strong 340 hp and 500 Nm V6 hybrid provides brisk performance
Premium pricing at 83,900
47 km electric-only range may not cover longer daily commutes
Best efficiency requires regular charging
Seats five only, so not ideal if you need three rows

Verdict

Pick Skoda Karoq RS if…

Lower entry price

Skoda Karoq RS starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Audi Q8 55 TFSI e if…

All-wheel drive

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Skoda Karoq RS

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

Verdict

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