Audi Q8 E-Trone Against Genesis Electrified GV70: 2023 TWIN testAuto Express (2023)

Those looking for a premiumSequenceThey are spoiled because of the choice.Manufacturers have tried to benefit from explosion of high -speed popularity popularity and often concentrate earlyEVEfforts for such cars so it is not a surprise thatAudiFirst mass productionelectricModel-die e -tron, now calledQ8 e-tron- Bio aSUV.

GenesisHe was a few more years since arriving in the UK when the e -tron began in 2019. Now makes waves and models that impressed us the mostElectrified GV70.But can this newcomer beat one of the institutions?

Audi q8 e-tron

This car was once simply known as an e -tron, but as Audi started expanding its completely electrical rangeRichThis can be added to the prefixLarge SUV.In 55 Sport ih prunesQ8 e-tronit costs £77,085 making it slightly more expensive than the genesis. Is it worth it?

Technical accents

Nevertheless - similar to Genesis - based on a platform used for different gasoline,DieselIHybridVehicles, Q8 E-Trone manages to put a huge 114 kWh battery in its box. It can be used 106 kWh, which is an increase in capacity of fifth compared to the model in advance and provides an official range of up to 330 miles.

And version 50 and 55All of the wheel drive system.SQ8 e-tronTake it a step further with the triple engine, although the 55 we're testing doesn't want power, which unleashes 402bhp and 664Nm of torque.

However, a large battery means high weight.The Q8 E-Trone is on a scale on a scale of almost 2,600 kg. This means that it is less powerful and much more difficult than genesis, which makes it more noticeably slower, with a time from 0 to 62 miles per hour of 5.6 seconds.

The Q8 is also somewhat behind in charging technology. It is able to accept up to 170 kW, which is 20 kW more than older models.

Security:When the car was ratedEuro -ncapMaximum five-star rating in a pre-test e -tron cry achieved in 2019. All models are equipped with a tempomat, warning and traffic to subjugate the Lane Department as a standard.

Traveling

The Q8 E-Trone is noticeably firmer than the electrified GV70, which is why it feels better on B-ROADS but reduces comfort.

Around the city:The relatively fixed response of the Q8 e-tron means you have to be careful before packing complaints about speed and potholes, although you don't hear the suspension eavesdropping as much as you do when driving the Genesis. Audi more precise It's a big and heavy car and you have to be careful with the gas, which reacts stronger than rivals.

A & B-Roads:This tight control of suspension movement can initially be found in the curves of capable feelings - especially in the dynamic mode, in which the Audi goes over the undulations of the road surface, it is quickly discarded, so that it is less self-assured The electrified GV70 feels and creates less body in the curve.

However, there is only so much that the suspension can look at the pure mass of Q8 e-Trip.They do not have to be particularly fast in the curve, so that the front end presses in the sub-control, tires that make up very unhappy noise.Management is felt more natural than in genesis and a little faster, but some may be too difficult in dynamic mode.

Highway:Great levels and high -speed reinforcements are excellent and both of the GV70 moves.There is more than enough thrust for the Q8 E-Trone quickly reaches a national speed limit when driving in a sliding street, but due to lower performance and extra weight compared to creation, it feels more vibrant than fast.

Assets

If there's one thing Audi consistently delivers, it's handling quality. The Q8 e-tron's cabin finish is excellent and every surface feels expensive. Meanwhile, the driving position offers a wide adjustment both at the handlebars and in the seat, although the GV70's front seats have a larger area to set them up.

The level of the Audi's dashboard is slightly higher than in the rival, which only encourages it to adopt the kind of high seating position that seems appropriate for a large SUV.

The Q8 E-Trone has a three-year warranty package with 60,000 miles and a three-year-old switch.

When it comes to performance, only so much can be done to overcome notes of 2.5 tons, and this refers to efficiency.With 2.3 miles per kilowatt hour, e -tron is one of the energy of energy hungry EVS, but it does not have a specific scenario in which it shines, but it is an extraordinary improvement of its predecessor when it comes to the efficiency of the highway.

Thanks to its huge battery, the range is still strong.In the case of this number of 2.3 miles/kWh, the Audi should be able to cover 244 miles between the cargo - and this number only improves in warmer conditions.

Unusual, but reasonable-Q8 has two to do with charging, one on each front wing.The close has a type 2 connection while increasing with a quick CCS joint.

Storage:Very large doors to the front and rear are useful to store a wide range of items, including drink bottles.The central console has several cup holders that are covered with a slider lid, while there is another storage space under the adjustable armrest.

Q8 E-Trone has three ISOFIX points.One is mounted on the passenger seat, while those in the back section are very easily behind removable plastic lids.

practicality

After almost five meters, the Q8 E-Trone has never been briefly in space and offers a lot of space for passengers and their things equally.

Back room:The Audi's wide bench offers generous knees and head space.The two outer seats are soft and quite shaped, so they feel very comfortable.The middle seat is quite wide and straight, and on the whole back section is the upcoming place for three of the three of the GV70.

STIEFEL:At 569 litres, the Q8's luggage space is huge. Your usability is supported in connection hooks, net side dividers and 40:20:40 split rear seats. The lip itself is slightly higher than the GV70, so it's harder to lift heavy objects inside.

What to buy?

Which engine would we choose and which one would we choose?

• Drive lines:The standard Q8 E-Trone has a selection of two drive lines: 335 hp 50 and 402 PS 55, which we test here.We would save the best part of £ 10,000 and 50 GBP for 50.
• Lining:Sport quality is well-equipped, with highlights such as air suspension, dual-zone climate control and 20-inch wheels.
• Options:The Tech Pack Pro (£ 5,995) adds a sound system for setting, 360 degrees, head display, panoramic view, heated rear seats and more.
• Our choice:Q8 e-Tron Sport 50 Quattro.

Genesis electrified GV70

While we were lukewarm in many Genesis and Diesel engine products in Genesis Products, the electric vehicle of the Korean Premium brand were consistently impressedElectrified GV70It is the latest and has a premium price that fills the premium brand claims.

The boundaries within the upper electrical suvi class are a bit blurred but despiteGV70A slightly more compact size is compared to the Audi, especially with additional options.It starts with a sports form £ 64,405, and our test car was filled with options to increase this issue at 78,895 GBP.

Technologically prominent parts

The electrified GV70 shares its M3 platform with Genesis Sister Brands of GenesisHyundaiIForever, plus the GV70 combustion version and many other major Hyundai group models.In this multipurpose platform, only available capacity of 77.4 kWh, which supplies several electric motors, is inserted.Electrified GV70all wheel drive.

This drive train is good for an impressive 483 hp and 700 Nm as soon as the reinforcement method is activated, offering a time from 0 to 62 miles per hour of only 4.2 seconds (4.8 seconds without reinforcement).Developing strength, there is a smart suspension system with the technology of the street scan, which prepares adaptive mufflers, depending on the condition of the situation in front of us, as needed.

Many technologies, two engines and a large battery in SUV lead to a fairly heavier car, where the electrified GV70 tilted the scale to 2.3 tons.

Security:Euro NCAP tested the GV70 in the 2,5-liter gasoline form in 2021, but did not evaluate the electrified version.The first has achieved a maximum five-star grade.

Traveling

Despite its impressive direct performance, the electrified GV70 focuses more on comfort than handling, but also fights.

Around the city:Several regenerative brake modes (available by rowing steering wheel), which slow down the car to different degrees, if they raise gas and facilitate the complete way of working with one pedes, electrified GV70 in buildings make it easier to wear smooth and calm electricity currents, further, creating a relaxed SUVin such environments.

On the other hand, the journey is not as composed as we want.The muffle is soft but also control, so

A & B-Roads:GV70 suspension problems are intensified on winding roads.Surmon imperfections, such as holes and waves, cause to swing the body's body body, not a firmer suspension ways that add control and lower the car, increase them instead of just the frequency of movement regardless of the setting, there is a lot of tilting and tendencies of support, while the management offers littlefeedback.

Highway:The GV70 feels most appropriate at high speeds.The softness of the suspension is relaxed with long trips, with the wind and street noise be low, if not quite steaming as in Audi.

It is definitely fun to make the latest.With some other electric vehicles.

Assets

Genesis tries to stand out from the competition with strong aftermarket offerings. An essential component of this is a five-year supply plan to cover all maintenance, which aside from a five-year warranty and five-year support on the In addition. Plus free collections and deliveries, and courtesy car for any maintenance or warranty work that must be completed within the first five years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first.

The electrified GV70 offers a plush, classic space that is significantly shaped with the more aggressive nature of the Audi cabin. The quality of the material is mostly suitable for a premium product, and we have no complaints about the quality of the processing. We're less interested in the silver effect of the plastic trim, which looks and feels a bit cheap and dated.

It is a good job that the return camera is clear because the visibility of the back view is bad, and the unusual rear neighborhood design of the GV70 with additional columns with narrow glass pieces between.

During the test, the genesis reached 2.5 Mi/kWh.Although the conditions of the cold weather test for both cars were not particularly flattering, the fact that the GV70 was more effective and 0.2 Mi/KWh more than Audi.Your potential for stronger direct performance, but this advantage is not enough to overcome your smaller battery, so the range of 194 miles is just before the Audi.

Storage:Although you do not find strange large cubes on the electrified GV70, as you often do with Bodents EV, internal storage is good enough.Back hand, it delivers a section with a lid with a filling phone.The glove section has a good size and two cup holders are integrated into the armrest.

practicality

Using a conventional combustion platform, the electrified GV70 does not feel much more spacious than the GV60 little brother, but leads a larger Audi near the passenger and storage space.

Back room:Kneroom is a match for Audi, and the head room is just a little backwards.The gear tunnel is a hangover from a combustion version, although it is not too problematic for anyone in the back seat.The rear bench tilts back - great for long trips.

STIEFEL:With 503 liters, the electrified GV70 trunk is 66 liters less than Q8 e -trone.This is a reasonable size, though, and the flat under makes the loading of large items.When the rear bench is completely folded, the total storage space is increased to 1678 liters, and there is a space for a 25 liters under the hood, which is practical for the charging cable.

What to buy?

What engine would we choose?

• Drive lines:If you are placed on an electrified GV70, this is a simple decision.It only comes with a double engine, a 77.4 kWh drive train.
• Lining:The electrified GV70 is currently only available in sports lining.
• Options:The Sport's standard spec is reasonable enough, but there's still plenty of option packages to consider. For technology lovers, an innovation package is available. -but it's an expensive package costing £3,560.
• Our choice:Electrified GV70 Sport.

the results

Which car comes to the top?

Winner: Genesis Electrificirani GV70

Genesis wins here, but not convincing.In some areas it is very strong.It is more than fast enough to see Audi. The classic cabin corresponds to the Q8 E-Trip, while the general services of Genesis are soothing.

However, there are several defects.If the electrified GV70 is not built as EV, it is closer than some competitors from the inside, although it can be said about Audi and the driving dynamics could also be polished.

Second place: Audi Q8 E-Trone

Audo was quite early to enter Premium's SUV game, but with more competition than ever before, Q8 e-throne looks like a running more.It is better to drive than genesis, but because of your high weight its handling problems, which also significantly violates efficiency.

Operational costs generally represent a problem for the Q8 E-Trone, and although thanks to the more practical interior, the balance cannot be swinging to the ground.

Rivals and other possibilities

• Same class: Mercedes EQC
• Same money:Lexus RZ
• Needed:BMW X5 XDRIVE 45E
• needed:Tesla Model x
• Soon:Polestar 3

Great debate

What would a Tim Auto Express do ...

Sean Carson, an associate editor:"One of the biggest competitors for the GV70 comes from the stable genesis itself. The GV60 is from the outside smaller, has more space inside and the like is well equipped, but less cost to buy. The sports model twin engine has a similar speed similar speed has a similar speed.also more effective. "

John Mcllroy, Deputy Editor: "For some people, the idea of ​​483 hpFamily SUVMaybe it seems a little stupid with the right one.We would like to see Genesis a single version of the GV70 engine.Half of the power would be fine, and it would be cheaper to buy and run. "

Dawn Grant, Paired People:"BMW IXIt's more expensive than these competitors, but in many ways it's still such a strong car.Even today, it doesn't fit much else, but in the curves it is still great.And while the look on the outside is a little questionable, the cabin is beautiful. "

Steve Fowler, urednik -in -chief:"Both cars have their strengths and weaknesses, and if you mix the pair, the perfect EV. Imagine a car with the size and style of the GV70 and with the excellent refinement and technology in Audi how Audi How!"

Dean Gibson, Older Test Editor:"Audi was one of the first on the market with its fancy, completely electric SUV E-Trone. Despite improving rebranding, version Q8 shows that age. It is too heavy and ineffective, it goes from a cheaper car to an advanced premium brand."

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