Compare two new cars by price, estimated monthly payment, fuel economy, and other specifications. Data comes from the CarPayCheck.com catalog and uses your selected financing terms.
| Q8 | Pacifica | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Audi | Chrysler |
| Starting price | $76,900 | $41,495 |
| Monthly payment | $894 | $483 |
| Fuel type | Hybrid | Plug-in hybrid |
| Fuel economy | 19.0 mpg | 30.0 mpg |
| CO₂ emissions | 459 g/mi | 119 g/mi–401 g/mi |
| Annual maintenance cost | — | — |
The 2019-2020 Audi Q8 55 TFSI mild-hybrid models can experience a 48V belt-driven starter-generator (BSG) fault that causes sudden loss of motive power, engine stalling, or an 'Electrical System: Fault' warning. This can lead to limp-home mode, an inability to restart, and in some cases the engine cutting out while driving. Owners may notice the start/stop system malfunctioning before the full failure occurs. This issue has also been reported in 2020-2021 model years through service campaigns.
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Audi Q8 and Chrysler Pacifica suit different driving needs. The main differences below cover price, monthly payment, fuel economy, and running costs.
Q8 starts at $76,900; Pacifica starts at $41,495. The difference is $35,405, making Pacifica about 46% cheaper before financing.
Estimated monthly payment: Q8 — $894; Pacifica — $483. The difference is $411 per month, with Pacifica lower.
The models use different powertrains: Q8 — Hybrid; Pacifica — Plug-in hybrid. The better choice depends on your daily route and access to charging.
The final choice is about more than numbers: annual distance, city or highway use, and the space your household needs all matter. Use the CarPayCheck.com calculator to apply your financing terms and evaluate both cars in your situation.
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