X4 M40d vs Audi Q8 60 TFSI e

X4 M40d

Suv · Diesel

Audi Q8 60 TFSI e

Suv · Electric · AWD

Car A

X4 M40d

The BMW X4 M40d is a performance-leaning diesel SUV built for road trips and growing families, pairing strong power with usable space. Its premium price and diesel focus suit highway miles more than city errands.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety

Car B

Audi Q8 60 TFSI e

The Audi Q8 60 TFSI e combines punchy V6 plug‑in hybrid performance with usable electric range and AWD, making it a capable premium pick for road trips and commuting. Its 5-seat layout and 605 L trunk suit growing families, though the price sits firmly in the premium bracket.

5 seatsSuvElectric5-star safety2.6 L/100km462 hpAWDElectric

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Usage fit

Family 65 / 67

City 28 / 46

Budget / value 29 / 31

Road trip 65 / 76

Performance 30 / 44

Cargo 37 / 42

Practical 41 / 49

Premium 65 / 70

Winter 40 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = X4 M40d · Orange = Audi Q8 60 TFSI e

Specs side-by-side

Spec X4 M40d Audi Q8 60 TFSI e

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Pros & cons

X4 M40d

Strong performance: 340 hp, 700 Nm, and 0–100 km/h in 4.9 s for confident passing
Diesel efficiency (7.6 l/100 km combined) supports long-distance driving
Practical 5-seat layout and 525 L trunk for family travel
Safety ranks highly among its strengths
Premium price (74,000) won’t suit budget-focused buyers
Diesel powertrain is less suited to mostly city driving
No electric-only driving capability
Performance focus may exceed needs for relaxed commuting

Audi Q8 60 TFSI e

Punchy acceleration (0–100 km/h in 5.4 s) and 462 hp for confident passing.
Efficient for its class: 2.6 combined consumption with about 40 km electric range.
AWD traction supports winter driving and mixed conditions.
Practical 5-seat layout with 605 L trunk works for road trips and growing families.
High purchase price at 84,900 places it firmly in the premium segment.
About 40 km electric range may be short if you want frequent gas‑free commuting.
Only five seats; no third‑row option for larger families.
605 L cargo space can feel limiting for cargo‑heavy use.

Verdict

Pick X4 M40d if…

Lower entry price

X4 M40d starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Audi Q8 60 TFSI e if…

All-wheel drive

Audi Q8 60 TFSI e's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

X4 M40d

Audi Q8 60 TFSI e

Verdict

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