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Ford Escape Active
Suv · Hybrid
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Audi Q8 55 TFSI e
Suv · Hybrid · AWD
Ford Escape Active
Car A
Ford Escape Active
The Ford Escape Active hybrid focuses on city efficiency and good value, with adequate performance and a five-seat layout. Its very small 100-liter trunk limits cargo, but the 400 km range keeps daily commuting and short trips simple.
5 seatsSuvHybridHybrid
Audi Q8 55 TFSI e
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 powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 32 / 67
City 51 / 34
Budget / value 51 / 32
Road trip 35 / 76
Performance 27 / 38
Cargo 16 / 42
Practical 35 / 49
Premium 16 / 67
Winter 24 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = Ford Escape Active · Orange = Audi Q8 55 TFSI e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Ford Escape Active Audi Q8 55 TFSI e
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Ford Escape Active

  • Efficient for its class with 5.5 combined consumption
  • 400 km range supports commuting and weekend hops
  • Urban-friendly acceleration (0–100 km/h in 8.5 s) and 250 Nm for easy merging
  • Priced around 32,000, offering good value in its segment

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

Verdict

Pick Ford Escape Active if…
Lower entry price
Ford Escape Active 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.

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