Head-to-head
Audi Q4 e-tron vs Genesis GV60
Two suvs priced within $3,400 of each other. Here's where each pulls ahead on range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Audi Q4 e-tron
Audi's mid-size electric SUV shares VW Group's MEB platform with the VW ID.4 and Skoda Enyaq, dressed in Audi's premium finish. The 45 RWD is the Australian volume seller.
- From
- $84,900
- Range
- 540 km
- Battery
- 82 kWh
Option B · SUV
Genesis GV60
Genesis's premium electric SUV — shares E-GMP 800V platform with Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 but with luxury finish and Hyundai Motor Group's most ambitious cabin design.
- From
- $88,300
- Range
- 561 km
- Battery
- 84 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Audi Q4 e-tron and Genesis GV60, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
DC charging · advantage Genesis GV60
The Genesis GV60 accepts 215 kW more DC peak charging (350 vs 135 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 2
Power · advantage Audi Q4 e-tron
The Audi Q4 e-tron puts down 42 kW more (210 vs 168 kW).
- 3
0–100 km/h · advantage Genesis GV60
The Genesis GV60 is 1.2 s quicker to 100 km/h (5.5 s vs 6.7 s).
- 4
Price · advantage Audi Q4 e-tron
The Audi Q4 e-tron undercuts the Genesis GV60 by $3,400 (4%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Audi Q4 e-tron wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $3,400
Where the Genesis GV60 wins
- ▸ 21 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (5.5s vs 6.7s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (350 kW vs 135 kW)
Audi Q4 e-tron
What we like
- ✓ Strong 540 km WLTP range from the 82 kWh battery
- ✓ Premium Audi cabin materials and finish
- ✓ 5-star ANCAP rating
What we don't
- ✕ Premium over the mechanically related VW ID.4
- ✕ DC charging peak (135 kW) trails newer rivals
- ✕ Audi-tax escalates quickly with options
Genesis GV60
What we like
- ✓ 350 kW DC charging via 800V E-GMP architecture
- ✓ Long 10-year battery warranty
- ✓ Distinctive Genesis design language
What we don't
- ✕ Genesis dealer network limited in Australia
- ✕ Range trails some newer rivals at this price
- ✕ Boot smaller than EV6's despite premium positioning
Frequently asked: Audi Q4 e-tron vs Genesis GV60
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Genesis GV60?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $84,900 versus $88,300 for the Genesis GV60, a $3,400 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Genesis GV60 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 561 km, 21 km further than the Audi Q4 e-tron's 540 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Genesis GV60 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 350 kW versus 135 kW for the Audi Q4 e-tron. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Genesis GV60 does 0–100 km/h in 5.5 seconds — 1.2 s quicker than the Audi Q4 e-tron's 6.7 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the Audi Q4 e-tron better value than the Genesis GV60?
- On paper the Audi Q4 e-tron is $3,400 cheaper, but the Genesis GV60 edges ahead on most other measurable specs. Whether the saving justifies the gap depends on which features matter most to you, and how much weight you give to brand and dealer factors.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Audi Q4 e-tron
if…
- ✓ you want to save $3,400 on the sticker
- ✓ you match the profile: premium suv buyers
Choose the
Genesis GV60
if…
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: premium suv buyers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.