Q4 e-tron vs GV60
The Q4 e-tron and the GV60 are two different answers to the same compact luxury suv brief, each with its own set of priorities. Close matchups are the hardest to call, and the Q4 e-tron versus the GV60 is one of them.
At a glance
- Engine & Performance Q4 e-tron wins
- Fuel Economy & Range Tie
- Space & Practicality Tie
- Off-road & Towing Tie
Key Differences
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The Q4 e-tron has 57 hp more power
The GV60 gives up a lot on total system output: 225 hp, compared with 282 hp on the Q4 e-tron. Power is only part of the story; weight, gearing and torque delivery shape how quick a car feels.
Design & Size
Dimensions
| Spec | Q4 e-tron | GV60 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | N/A (not specified) | 177.8 in |
| Width (no mirrors) | N/A (not specified) | 74.4 in |
| Height | N/A (not specified) | 62.2 in |
| Wheelbase | N/A (not specified) | 114.2 in |
Engine & Performance
Q4 e-tron leads
In the engine & performance category, the Q4 e-tron isn’t just ahead; it’s clearly ahead. The Q4 e-tron answers with 57 hp more power. More power helps with merging, overtaking and climbing hills, especially with passengers and luggage on board. On engine & performance alone, the Q4 e-tron gets the nod.
Total system output
Q4 e-tron: 282 hp GV60: 225 hp The Q4 e-tron’s extra output gives it more in reserve when you need to get up to speed.
Fuel Economy & Range
Too close to call
Evenly matched is the fairest summary of the fuel economy & range section. The takeaway: fuel economy & range is not where these two differ.
Space & Practicality
Too close to call
This area ends level; whatever separates these two, it isn’t space & practicality. For space & practicality, pick whichever you prefer for other reasons.
Off-road & Towing
Too close to call
There’s no meaningful winner in the off-road & towing section; the two are too close to separate. If off-road & towing was going to be your tiebreaker, you’ll need a different one.
Safety & Tech
There isn’t a number to compare on safety & tech, just names. Look at the rows below to see how the Q4 e-tron and the GV60 differ.
Full Specifications
Engine & Performance
| Spec | Q4 e-tron | GV60 |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Electric | Battery electric |
| Engine | Single rear electric motor | Single motor (rear) |
| Total system output | 282 hp (winner) | 225 hp |
| Torque | 402 lb-ft | N/A (not specified) |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | Single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | RWD (quattro AWD available) | RWD (AWD available) |
Fuel Economy & Range
| Spec | Q4 e-tron | GV60 |
|---|---|---|
| Electric range | 288 mi Shortest electric range | 294 mi |
Space & Practicality
| Spec | Q4 e-tron | GV60 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Off-road & Towing
| Spec | Q4 e-tron | GV60 |
|---|---|---|
| AWD / 4WD available | Yes | Yes |
Safety & Tech
| Spec | Q4 e-tron | GV60 |
|---|---|---|
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
Dimensions
| Spec | Q4 e-tron | GV60 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | N/A (not specified) | 177.8 in |
| Width (no mirrors) | N/A (not specified) | 74.4 in |
| Height | N/A (not specified) | 62.2 in |
| Wheelbase | N/A (not specified) | 114.2 in |
Price
| Spec | Q4 e-tron | GV60 |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $49,800 | N/A (not specified) |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the Q4 e-tron if…
- you want more power (282 hp vs 225 hp)
- you prefer staying with Audi
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the Q4 e-tron or the GV60?
On the specs compared here, the Q4 e-tron makes more sense for most buyers; the GV60 doesn’t win a single measurable area.
Does the Q4 e-tron last longer on a charge than the GV60?
Neither has a meaningful advantage. The Q4 e-tron and the GV60 are rated close enough that your usage will matter more than the spec sheet.
Executive Summary
Whenever Audi and Genesis go head to head, I learn something about what each one cares about, and the Q4 e-tron and the GV60 are no exception. If I had to name one reason, it’s that the Q4 e-tron brings 57 hp more power.
I think of the Q4 e-tron as the one for engine & performance and the GV60 as the one for the things a spec sheet can’t capture.
My pick: the Q4 e-tron.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.