2025 Audi Q7 vs 2026 Land Rover Discovery

$60,500 · Crossover

$60,200 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The battle for premium three-row supremacy pits the meticulously engineered 2025 Audi Q7 against the ruggedly luxurious 2026 Land Rover Discovery. The Audi excites with its refined 8-speed automatic transmission and established Germanic precision, offering a respectable 261 hp and 22 combined MPG, making its 199.3-inch length feel nimble. Conversely, the Discovery grabs attention with superior brute force, delivering 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, promising more visceral acceleration off the line, though efficiency drops slightly to 20 combined MPG. While the Audi prioritizes sleek road dynamics and a lower 68.5-inch height, the Discovery embraces its adventurous spirit with a commanding 74.3-inch height, signaling a stronger off-road readiness. Both command similar starting prices around $60,000, making this decision hinge on whether refined asphalt prowess or raw, go-anywhere capability is the priority for the driver.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi Q7

The Audi Q7 wins for commuters due to its marginally better 20/26 MPG city/highway fuel economy compared to the Discovery's 19/23 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery is the family winner due to its significantly greater 74.3-inch height, suggesting more spacious headroom and a more commanding presence.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Land Rover Discovery

The Discovery appeals more to enthusiasts by providing 35 more horsepower and 22 more lb-ft of torque than the Audi Q7.

💰 Best Value

2025 Audi Q7

The Audi Q7 offers better stated fuel efficiency (22 combined MPG vs. 20 combined MPG) for a slightly lower or comparable MSRP.

Choose the Audi Q7 if...

You prioritize efficiency, with the Q7 achieving 26 MPG on the highway versus the Discovery's 23 MPG.
You prefer a slightly lower profile vehicle at 68.5 inches in height for easier garage access and urban maneuverability.
You want the familiar, precision-tuned dynamics expected from an Audi crossover with 273 lb-ft of torque.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery if...

Maximum available power is critical, as the Discovery boasts 296 hp compared to the Q7's 261 hp.
Your driving involves occasional off-roading or requires maximizing vertical clearance, evident in its 74.3-inch height.
You desire the higher torque output of 295 lb-ft for towing or immediate pulling power.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi Q7	Land Rover Discovery
Length	199.3"	195.1"
Width	77.6"	-
Height	68.5"	74.3"
Wheelbase	117.9"	115.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	—
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	261 hp	296 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	273 lb-ft	295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	four wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Single-Speed

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/26 MPG	19/23 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	20 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	450.0/585.0 mi.	452.2/547.4 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.5 gal.	23.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cargo Floor Mats	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	11.4 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	180W	400W
Speaker System	10	11
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Front Head Room	39.9 in.	39.4 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	39.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.5 in.	—
Seat Material: Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Seat Type: Captain's Chairs	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	38.8 in.	39.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.8 in.	37.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.5 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Diameter	19 in	20 in.
Tire Size	255/55R H	—
Run Flat Tires	✓	—
Tire Type	—	All Terrain
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi Q7 and 2026 Land Rover Discovery.

How much more powerful is the 2026 Land Rover Discovery than the 2025 Audi Q7?

The Land Rover Discovery commands a noticeable performance advantage, producing 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque. This stacks up against the Audi Q7's 261 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque, giving the Land Rover a solid 35 hp boost.

Which vehicle is the better choice for long highway commutes based on fuel economy?

The 2025 Audi Q7 is slightly superior for high-mileage commuters, achieving 26 MPG on the highway compared to the Discovery’s 23 MPG highway rating. Both vehicles require premium unleaded fuel.

Is the cargo space significantly different between these two crossovers?

Specific cargo capacity figures for the 2026 Land Rover Discovery (with seats up) are not provided here, but the 2025 Audi Q7 quotes a stated cargo capacity of 14.2 cu ft behind the third row.

How do the physical dimensions affect street parking between the Q7 and the Discovery?

The Audi Q7 is shorter in length at 199.3 inches and significantly lower at 68.5 inches tall. The Land Rover Discovery is slightly shorter overall (195.1 inches) but stands much taller at 74.3 inches.

Are both premium SUVs using similar transmissions?

Yes, both the 2025 Audi Q7 and the 2026 Land Rover Discovery utilize an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission for gear changes.

Which SUV offers a better baseline value for its starting price?

They are similarly priced, with the Discovery starting at $60,200 and the Q7 at $60,500; however, the Q7 delivers better fuel economy (22 combined MPG vs. 20 combined MPG) for nearly the same outlay.