2025 Audi RS 6 vs 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

$126,600 · Wagon

$83,700 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Audi RS 6 is an absolute asphalt assassin disguised as a practical wagon, boasting a monumental 621 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque from its fire-breathing engine, making it the definitive performance choice. In stark contrast, the 2025 Range Rover Sport champions luxury cruising and off-road capability, offering a more approachable 355 horsepower and a significantly lower starting MSRP of $83,700 compared to the RS 6's $126,600. While the Audi shreds corners, its 14 MPG city fuel economy lags behind the Range Rover Sport's superior 22 MPG combined rating, reflecting their vastly different engineering priorities. The RS 6 packs a formidable punch, relying on its aggressive performance metrics, while the Range Rover Sport offers a more sensible daily footprint despite being $42,900 cheaper and offering nearly 10 inches more height for command of the road.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport wins for commuters due to its better fuel economy (22 MPG combined) and lower running costs.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport offers a higher ride height and marginally more cargo space (31.9 cu ft vs. 30 cu ft), making it the more traditionally family-friendly utility vehicle.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi RS 6

The Audi RS 6 is the undeniable enthusiast choice, delivering an overwhelming 621 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

With a price difference of $42,900 and superior fuel efficiency, the Range Rover Sport provides significantly better overall value.

Choose the Audi RS 6 if...

You demand staggering straight-line acceleration and track capability, evidenced by its 621 hp engine.
You prefer the stealth performance aesthetic of a high-performance wagon over a traditional SUV shape.
You are prepared to consistently feed it premium fuel for the ultimate AWD driving dynamics.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Sport if...

Your budget is capped below $130,000, as the MSRP starts $42,900 lower at $83,700.
Fuel efficiency is important, given its 5 MPG advantage in combined driving (22 MPG vs. 17 MPG).
You prioritize a commanding view of the road, sitting nearly 13 inches taller than the Audi.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi RS 6	Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Length	196.7"	194.7"
Width	76.8"	79.0"
Height	58.6"	71.7"
Wheelbase	115.3"	118.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
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 Integrated Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Blind Spot Monitor	—	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	inline 6
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	621 hp	355 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	627 lb-ft	369 lb-ft @ 1570 rpm
Number of Valves	32	24
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
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Single-Speed
Center Differential Type	—	Locking
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	14/21 MPG	20/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	22 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	270.2/405.3 mi.	476.0/595.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.3 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	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Four 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	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	13.1 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	Bang & Olufsen	—
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
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	—	✓
Stereo Power	—	400W
Speaker System	—	15
Video Monitor	—	✓

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	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Front Head Room	38.3 in.	38.8 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.8 in.	—
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	16-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	16-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Captain's Chairs	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	39.5 in.	39.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.4 in.	37.8 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.5 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	21 in	21 in
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Tire Size	275/35R21	275/50R21
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside 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 RS 6 and 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.

How significant is the performance difference between these two vehicles?

The performance gap is massive; the Audi RS 6 produces 621 horsepower, creating a 266 hp advantage over the Range Rover Sport's 355 horsepower. This translates to significantly faster acceleration and overall dynamic capability in the Audi.

Which vehicle offers more practical utility for hauling cargo?

The Range Rover Sport edges out the RS 6 slightly in pure volume, offering 31.9 cubic feet of cargo space compared to the Audi's 30 cubic feet. However, both are impressively versatile given their performance focus.

Is the Audi RS 6's fuel requirement a major concern?

Yes, the RS 6 strictly requires premium unleaded fuel while achieving only 17 MPG combined, whereas the Range Rover Sport only recommends premium and achieves 22 MPG combined, making the Audi much thirstier and more expensive to run.

What defines the difference in driving dimensions?

The Range Rover Sport is substantially taller at 71.7 inches compared to the Audi’s 58.6 inches, giving it a more traditional SUV stance, while the Audi is slightly longer at 196.7 inches versus the Land Rover's 194.7 inches.

If I need AWD capability, how do the drive types differ?

Both offer sophisticated traction systems; the Audi utilizes a performance-tuned all-wheel drive system, while the Range Rover Sport employs a robust four-wheel drive system suitable for both pavement and rougher terrain.