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How Much Does It Cost to Charge a Audi Q8 e-tron

Premium Plus configuration with home-charging cost benchmarks, state-by-state electricity comparisons, and practical monthly planning metrics.

Battery

106 kWh

Range

285 mi

Efficiency

2.6 mi/kWh

MSRP

$74,900

The Audi Q8 e-tron is a practical, mid-range electric vehicle with a 106 kWh battery pack. With 2.6 miles/kWh efficiency, it offers 285 miles of EPA-rated range. Its SUV design provides space and versatility with electric efficiency.

Ideal For
  • Family transportation and cargo space

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Cost to Charge Audi Q8 e-tron at Home

Home charging snapshot using the current U.S. residential rate of $0.18/kWh.

Electricity rate used
$0.18/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
38.5 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$6.92
Cost per full charge
$19.08
Home cost (1,000 miles)
$69.23
Home cost (12,000 miles/year)
$830.77

Home Charging Breakdown

Electricity needed (1,000 miles): 385 kWh

Electricity needed (12,000 miles): 4,615 kWh

Daily home charging cost (1,000-mile month): $2.31

EPA range per full charge: 285 miles

Cost to Charge Audi Q8 e-tron at Public Charging Stations

100% public charging snapshot using $0.45/kWh.

Public rate used
$0.45/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
38.5 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$17.31
Cost per full charge
$47.70
Public cost (1,000 miles)
$173.08
Public cost (12,000 miles/year)
$2,076.92

Public Charging Breakdown

Daily public charging cost (1,000-mile month): $5.77

Extra monthly cost vs home: $103.85 higher

Extra annual cost vs home: $1,246.15 higher

Compared to gas baseline: spend $684.92/year more

Charging Costs by State

Top 5 cheapest states for Audi Q8 e-tron: Idaho, North Dakota, Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri

StateRateMonthly CostAnnual CostRank
Idaho$0.12/kWh$46.15$553.85#1
North Dakota$0.12/kWh$46.15$553.85#2
Arkansas$0.13/kWh$50.00$600.00#3
Louisiana$0.13/kWh$50.00$600.00#4
Missouri$0.13/kWh$50.00$600.00#5
Montana$0.13/kWh$50.00$600.00#6
Nebraska$0.13/kWh$50.00$600.00#7
Oklahoma$0.13/kWh$50.00$600.00#8
Tennessee$0.13/kWh$50.00$600.00#9
Utah$0.13/kWh$50.00$600.00#10
Georgia$0.14/kWh$53.85$646.15#11
Iowa$0.14/kWh$53.85$646.15#12
Kentucky$0.14/kWh$53.85$646.15#13
Nevada$0.14/kWh$53.85$646.15#14
South Dakota$0.14/kWh$53.85$646.15#15
Washington$0.14/kWh$53.85$646.15#16
Wyoming$0.14/kWh$53.85$646.15#17
Kansas$0.15/kWh$57.69$692.31#18
Mississippi$0.15/kWh$57.69$692.31#19
North Carolina$0.15/kWh$57.69$692.31#20
Alabama$0.16/kWh$61.54$738.46#21
Arizona$0.16/kWh$61.54$738.46#22
Colorado$0.16/kWh$61.54$738.46#23
Florida$0.16/kWh$61.54$738.46#24
Minnesota$0.16/kWh$61.54$738.46#25
New Mexico$0.16/kWh$61.54$738.46#26
Oregon$0.16/kWh$61.54$738.46#27
South Carolina$0.16/kWh$61.54$738.46#28
Texas$0.16/kWh$61.54$738.46#29
Virginia$0.16/kWh$61.54$738.46#30
West Virginia$0.16/kWh$61.54$738.46#31
Indiana$0.17/kWh$65.38$784.62#32
Illinois$0.18/kWh$69.23$830.77#33
Ohio$0.18/kWh$69.23$830.77#34
Wisconsin$0.18/kWh$69.23$830.77#35
Delaware$0.19/kWh$73.08$876.92#36
Michigan$0.20/kWh$76.92$923.08#37
Pennsylvania$0.20/kWh$76.92$923.08#38
Maryland$0.21/kWh$80.77$969.23#39
New Jersey$0.23/kWh$88.46$1,061.54#40
Vermont$0.24/kWh$92.31$1,107.69#41
Alaska$0.26/kWh$100.00$1,200.00#42
New York$0.26/kWh$100.00$1,200.00#43
Connecticut$0.27/kWh$103.85$1,246.15#44
New Hampshire$0.27/kWh$103.85$1,246.15#45
Maine$0.28/kWh$107.69$1,292.31#46
Massachusetts$0.31/kWh$119.23$1,430.77#47
Rhode Island$0.31/kWh$119.23$1,430.77#48
California$0.32/kWh$123.08$1,476.92#49
Hawaii$0.40/kWh$153.85$1,846.15#50

How Long Does It Take to Charge?

Level 1 (120V outlet)

Speed: 2-3 miles/hour

Time to full: 67-89 hours

Best for: Overnight charging and low daily mileage

Level 2 (240V home)

Speed: 14-20 miles/hour

Time to full: 10-15 hours

Best for: Daily home charging

DC Fast Charging

Speed: up to 210 kW (98 miles in 15 min)

Time to 80%: about 34 minutes

Best for: Road trips and fast top-ups

Networks: Tesla Supercharger, Electrify America, EVgo

Full Specifications

Model Year2024
TrimPremium Plus
Battery Size106 kWh
Range285 miles
Efficiency2.6 mi/kWh
Charging SpeedL1: 2-3 miles/hour; L2: 14-20 miles/hour; DC Fast: up to 210 kW (98 miles in 15 min)
Seating5 seats
Categorysuv
MSRP$74,900

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to charge Audi Q8 e-tron?

At the national electricity benchmark ($0.18/kWh), Audi Q8 e-tron runs about $69.23 per month for 1,000 miles.

What is the cost of a full charge for Audi Q8 e-tron?

A full battery cycle is about $19.08 at $0.18/kWh, and the model is rated around 285 miles of range.

How long does charging usually take for Audi Q8 e-tron?

Typical windows are 67-89 hours on Level 1, 10-15 hours on Level 2, and around 34 minutes to reach 80% on DC fast charging.

How does Audi Q8 e-tron compare to gas costs yearly?

Against a 25 MPG gas baseline at $2.90/gal, this model can save roughly $561.23 per year in energy cost.

Who is Audi Q8 e-tron best suited for?

Audi Q8 e-tron is a strong fit for family transportation and cargo space, with 2.6 mi/kWh efficiency and 285-mile range.

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Cost assumptions: $0.18/kWh electricity,$2.90/gal gas, 25 MPG gas baseline, updated monthly.