2025 Audi RS Q8 vs 2025 Land Rover Range Rover

$136,200 · Crossover

$107,900 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The primary divergence between the 2025 Audi RS Q8 and the 2025 Range Rover lies in their powertrain outputs, presenting a massive 236 horsepower gap, with the RS Q8 delivering 631 hp versus the Range Rover's 395 hp. This performance disparity is reflected in the MSRP, where the RS Q8 commands a $136,200 price tag, $28,300 more than the Range Rover's $107,900 entry price. Fuel economy shows the Range Rover as significantly thriftier, achieving 21 combined MPG compared to the RS Q8's 16 combined MPG. Furthermore, utility metrics favor the Range Rover, offering 40.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity against the Audi's 33 cubic feet. While both utilize 8-speed automatics, the Range Rover is also marginally longer at 198.9 inches versus 197.7 inches, though it stands 6.1 inches taller at 73.6 inches.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Land Rover Range Rover

The Range Rover wins for commuters due to its superior fuel economy of 21 combined MPG versus the RS Q8's 16 combined MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Range Rover

The Range Rover provides superior utility for families, boasting 40.7 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the RS Q8's 33 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi RS Q8

The Audi RS Q8 is the definitive choice for performance enthusiasts, outputting 631 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Land Rover Range Rover

The Range Rover offers a better value proposition by providing strong utility and adequate power for $28,300 less than the Audi.

Choose the Audi RS Q8 if...

Absolute peak performance is required, evidenced by its 631 hp engine.
The driver prioritizes maximum torque delivery (627 lb-ft) in a crossover package.
Budget constraints are secondary to achieving the highest horsepower figure available in this segment comparison.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover if...

Fuel efficiency is a concern, as its 21 combined MPG substantially surpasses the RS Q8's 16 combined MPG.
Maximum usable cargo space is necessary, as it offers 40.7 cu ft versus the Audi's 33 cu ft.
Saving $28,300 on the initial purchase price is a primary purchasing factor.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi RS Q8	Land Rover Range Rover
Length	197.7"	198.9"
Width	79.0"	-
Height	67.5"	73.6"
Wheelbase	117.9"	118.0"

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
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	—	✓
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Headlight Washers	—	✓
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	631 hp	395 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	627 lb-ft	406 lb-ft @ 2000 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]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Hi-Lo
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	14/20 MPG	19/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	16 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	315.0/450.0 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	✓	✓
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	—	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	—	✓
Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three 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	—
Stereo Power	730W	380W
Speaker System	17	13
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	—
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
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	37.1 in.	39.3 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	39.9 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.5 in.	—
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	10-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	10-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Captain's Chairs	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	38.1 in.	39.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.2 in.	40.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.4 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓
Rear Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Diameter	22 in	—
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Tire Size	295/40R22	275/50R21
Wheel Size	—	21 in
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 Q8 and 2025 Land Rover Range Rover.

What is the official fuel cost difference between the two models?

Given the Audi RS Q8's 16 combined MPG and the Range Rover's 21 combined MPG, assuming 15,000 miles driven annually and $4.00/gallon premium fuel, the Range Rover will result in significantly lower annual fuel expenditure due to the 5 MPG efficiency gap.

How much power deficit does the Range Rover have compared to the RS Q8?

The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover produces 395 hp, resulting in a power deficit of 236 hp when measured against the Audi RS Q8's 631 hp output.

Do both vehicles require premium fuel?

The 2025 Audi RS Q8 explicitly requires premium unleaded fuel due to its high-output engine tune. Conversely, the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover recommends premium unleaded, suggesting slightly more flexibility in fuel choice.

Is the Range Rover significantly smaller than the RS Q8 given the height difference?

No, the Range Rover is only 1.2 inches longer (198.9 in vs 197.7 in) but stands considerably taller at 73.6 inches compared to the Audi's 67.5 inches, resulting in a notably different visual profile.

What is the penalty in cargo space when selecting the more affordable Range Rover?

The Range Rover offers 40.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity, meaning buyers selecting the more affordable option gain 7.7 cubic feet of storage over the Audi RS Q8's 33 cubic feet.

How significant is the price discrepancy between these two luxury crossovers?

The price difference is substantial: the 2025 Audi RS Q8 starts at $136,200, whereas the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover is listed at $107,900, creating a $28,300 gap.