2025 Audi Q8 vs 2025 Land Rover Discovery

$74,400 · Crossover

$60,200 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the 2025 Audi Q8 and the 2025 Land Rover Discovery often boils down to balancing luxury prestige against significant upfront savings. If you prioritize sheer on-road performance, the Audi Q8 pulls ahead immediately with its 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque, making it notably quicker than the Discovery's 296 hp engine. However, the price gap is substantial; the Discovery starts at $60,200, saving you a whopping $14,200 compared to the Q8's $74,400 entry point. Practicality stats show minimal differences in length (196.0 inches for the Q8 vs 195.1 for the Discovery), but the Discovery is considerably taller at 74.3 inches, which might appeal to those needing more vertical clearance. Fuel economy is slightly better in the Land Rover at 21 combined MPG versus the Audi's 19 combined MPG, a minor but real factor given both require premium fuel.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 provides a slight edge in efficiency with 23 highway MPG compared to the Discovery's 24 highway MPG, but its superior horsepower delivery makes for a more engaging daily drive.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery offers a much more approachable starting MSRP of $60,200, making it a significantly better financial choice for a primary family vehicle.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi Q8

With 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque, the Audi Q8 delivers substantially more outright performance than the Discovery's 296 hp output.

💰 Best Value

2025 Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery saves buyers $14,200 upfront while offering nearly identical AWD capability and slightly better combined MPG at 21.

Choose the Audi Q8 if...

You must have the higher power output, demonstrated by the Q8's 335 hp versus the Discovery's 296 hp.
You prefer the sleek, lower stance of the Q8, measuring 67.0 inches in height compared to the Discovery's 74.3 inches.
You want the specific luxury tuning associated with Audi's AWD systems, even if it costs $74,400.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery if...

Saving $14,200 on the sticker price is a primary concern, as the Discovery starts at $60,200.
You need the added vertical clearance provided by the Discovery's significant 74.3-inch height.
You want slightly better fuel economy, achieving 21 combined MPG compared to the Q8's 19.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi Q8	Land Rover Discovery
Length	196.0"	195.1"
Width	79.0"	-
Height	67.0"	74.3"
Wheelbase	118.0"	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	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height 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 Fog Lights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	335 hp	296 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	369 lb-ft	295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	24	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
Locking Hubs	—	Automatic

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	17/23 MPG	19/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	19 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	382.5/517.5 mi.	452.2/571.2 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 with Side Sensing	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Steering Wheel Material	—	Simulated Alloy
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	10.1 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
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
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	37.1 in.	40.0 in.
Front Leg Room	41.6 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
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	38.1 in.	39.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.2 in.	37.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.5 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	21 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	—
Tire Size	285/45R21	N/A
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	20 in.

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 Q8 and 2025 Land Rover Discovery.

How much more powerful is the 2025 Audi Q8 than the Land Rover Discovery?

The Audi Q8 has a distinct power advantage, producing 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. This significantly outmuscles the Land Rover Discovery, which offers 296 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

Is the price difference between these two SUVs significant enough to matter?

Yes, the price difference is substantial. The 2025 Audi Q8 starts at $74,400, which is exactly $14,200 more expensive than the 2025 Land Rover Discovery's starting price of $60,200.

Which vehicle is physically taller for easier entry or off-road capability?

The Land Rover Discovery is much taller, measuring 74.3 inches high, giving it a commanding presence and potentially better ground clearance than the Audi Q8, which sits at 67.0 inches high.

Do these vehicles use the same type of fuel?

Both the 2025 Audi Q8 and the 2025 Land Rover Discovery require premium unleaded gasoline, which is an important ongoing cost consideration for both models.

How do their cargo capacities compare, considering they are similar in length?

While both crossovers are similarly sized in length, the provided data only specifies the Audi Q8’s cargo capacity at 33.7 cubic feet; the Discovery's specific figure is not listed, but its increased height might hint at more vertical space.

How close are their highway fuel economy ratings?

The fuel economy figures are very close, with the Land Rover Discovery achieving 24 MPG on the highway and the Audi Q8 managing 23 MPG on the highway, resulting in only a 1 MPG difference.