2025 Audi RS Q8 vs 2025 BMW X6 M

$136,200 · Crossover

$132,100 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical difference between the 2025 Audi RS Q8 and the 2025 BMW X6 M is the $4,100 price gap, with the BMW starting at $132,100 versus the Audi's $136,200. However, the RS Q8 delivers superior output, boasting 631 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque, exceeding the X6 M’s 617 hp and 553 lb-ft. This performance advantage comes with a marginal efficiency penalty, as the RS Q8 achieves 16 combined MPG compared to the X6 M’s 15 combined MPG. In terms of utility, the Audi also offers more room, providing 33 cubic feet of cargo capacity, significantly larger than the X6 M's 27.4 cubic feet. Dimensions favor the Audi in length (197.7 inches vs 195.0 inches) and height (67.5 inches vs 66.7 inches), although the X6 M is slightly wider at 79.5 inches.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi RS Q8

The Audi RS Q8 offers slightly better fuel economy at 16 combined MPG versus the X6 M's 15 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Audi RS Q8

The RS Q8 provides a 33 cu ft cargo capacity, which is substantially more practical for family needs than the X6 M’s 27.4 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi RS Q8

The RS Q8 delivers higher peak performance with 631 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque compared to the X6 M’s figures.

💰 Best Value

2025 BMW X6 M

The BMW X6 M is $4,100 less expensive while providing nearly equivalent top-tier performance metrics.

Choose the Audi RS Q8 if...

Maximum hauling and utility are priorities, leveraging the 33 cu ft cargo space.
You require the highest power figures, including 631 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque.
A slightly larger overall footprint is desired, evidenced by its 197.7-inch length and 67.5-inch height.

Choose the BMW X6 M if...

Achieving the lowest possible MSRP of $132,100 is the primary concern.
A marginally wider stance (79.5 inches) is preferred over greater height or length.
Prioritizing value by accepting 16 less horsepower for a $4,100 saving is acceptable.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi RS Q8	BMW X6 M
Length	197.7"	195.0"
Width	79.0"	79.5"
Height	67.5"	66.7"
Wheelbase	117.9"	117.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	BMW
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
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	BMW
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	4.4 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V8
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	631 hp	617 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	627 lb-ft	553 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Number of Valves	32	32
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	BMW
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Audi	BMW
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	14/20 MPG	13/18 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	16 MPG	15 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	315.0/450.0 mi.	284.7/394.2 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.5 gal.	21.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	BMW
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 with Side Sensing	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive 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	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	BMW
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	14.9 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	Bang & Olufsen	—
Stereo Power	730W	464W
Speaker System	17	16
Surround Audio	Discrete	Discrete
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	12 months
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Harman/Kardon
Subwoofer Count	—	2
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Audi	BMW
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	BMW
Front Head Room	37.1 in.	39.3 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	40.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.5 in.	60.0 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	BMW
Rear Head Room	38.1 in.	37.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.2 in.	35.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.4 in.	57.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	BMW
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	22 in	—
Tire Type	Performance	Performance
Tire Size	295/40R22	315/35R
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	—	21 x 11.5 in.
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Audi	BMW
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.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi RS Q8 and 2025 BMW X6 M.

What is the performance gap based purely on horsepower and torque?

The 2025 Audi RS Q8 leads with 631 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque, whereas the 2025 BMW X6 M produces 617 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque. This means the Audi offers 14 more horsepower and 74 lb-ft more torque.

How significant is the difference in interior storage capacity?

The Audi RS Q8 provides 33 cubic feet of cargo space, which is a substantial increase over the BMW X6 M's 27.4 cubic feet. This results in 5.6 cubic feet more available storage volume in the Audi.

Does the lower price of the BMW result in significantly worse fuel economy?

The price difference is $4,100 in favor of the BMW, but its fuel economy is marginally worse, achieving 15 combined MPG versus the Audi's 16 combined MPG. Both vehicles mandate premium unleaded fuel.

Are the physical dimensions very different between these two crossovers?

The dimensions are close; the RS Q8 is 2.7 inches longer and 0.8 inches taller than the X6 M, but the X6 M is 0.5 inches wider. Both utilize an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission and AWD.

Do either of these models offer better highway fuel efficiency for longer trips?

The Audi RS Q8 has a slight edge, rated at 20 MPG highway compared to the BMW X6 M’s 18 MPG highway. The Audi also shows better city ratings at 14 MPG versus 13 MPG.

Which vehicle is considered the better overall value proposition?

The X6 M is generally the better value given its $132,100 MSRP, as it only sacrifices a small margin in power and cargo space compared to the more expensive $136,200 RS Q8.