Head to head · SUV (EV)
Tesla Model Y vs Audi Q4 e-tron
On the measures that matter most to a used buyer — value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance — the Audi Q4 e-tron comes out ahead of the Tesla Model Y, winning 2 of the 3 categories where the two differ.
| Measure | Tesla Model Y | Audi Q4 e-tron |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £24,050 (2023, 36,000 mi) | £25,150 (2023, 32,500 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 54% · wins | 48% |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 53 | 71 · wins |
| Average mpg | — | — |
| Insurance group | 46 | 33 · wins |
| Road tax / year | £620 | £200 · wins |
| Typical annual service | £0 · wins | £290 |
Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →
Model Y vs Q4 e-tron — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the Model Y or the Q4 e-tron?
The Audi Q4 e-tron scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 71 against the Tesla Model Y's 53 out of 100.
Which holds its value better, the Model Y or the Q4 e-tron?
The Tesla Model Y — it keeps about 54% of its original price after three years, against 48% for the Audi Q4 e-tron.
How much does a used Model Y cost compared with a Q4 e-tron?
A roughly three-year-old Tesla Model Y is worth about £24,050 at typical mileage, against about £25,150 for the equivalent Audi Q4 e-tron.