2024 AUDI Q8 E-TRON SPORTBACK REVIEW AND BUYING GUIDE

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The 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback receives a refresh aimed at addressing its previous range limitations, now offering up to 300 miles. While the exterior styling is refined with a new grille and light bar, and the interior boasts a quiet, vault-like cabin with comfortable, massaging seats, the reviewer finds the overall efficiency disappointing, achieving around 260 miles of real-world range. The reviewer criticizes the heavy reliance on haptic touch controls, the small cup holders, and the jarring final moments of braking. Despite its excellent handling and luxurious ride, the Q8 e-tron is deemed overpriced compared to competitors like the Genesis GV70 Electric, Lexus RZ, and even the Tesla Model Y, which offer comparable or better performance, interior quality, and value for less money. The reviewer suggests avoiding the top-tier trims and capping spending around $80,000, if an Audi e-tron is a must-have.