2025 Audi SQ8 vs 2025 INFINITI QX80

$97,600 · Crossover

$82,450 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical disparity between the 2025 Audi SQ8 and the 2025 INFINITI QX80 is the MSRP, where the SQ8 commands a $15,150 premium at $97,600 compared to the QX80's $82,450 starting price. Performance metrics favor the Audi, offering 500 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque, surpassing the QX80's 450 hp and 516 lb-ft. However, the QX80 achieves slightly better fuel economy, delivering 18 combined MPG against the SQ8's 17 combined MPG, despite the Audi’s smaller dimensions (197.0 inches long versus 211.2 inches). The SQ8 boasts superior cargo volume at 33.7 cubic feet versus the QX80's 22.0 cubic feet, although the QX80 is substantially larger overall in height (76.6 inches vs. 67.0 inches). Buyers must weigh the substantial price difference against the Audi's performance edge and usable capacity.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi SQ8

The Audi SQ8, being significantly shorter at 197.0 inches, is more maneuverable and easier to park in dense urban commuting environments.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 INFINITI QX80

The INFINITI QX80 provides greater bulk and passenger volume, evidenced by its superior height of 76.6 inches and RWD platform, suggesting a more traditional, large family hauler layout.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi SQ8

The 2025 Audi SQ8 offers a 50 horsepower advantage (500 hp) and superior torque (568 lb-ft) enabling quicker acceleration characteristics.

💰 Best Value

2025 INFINITI QX80

The INFINITI QX80 is priced $15,150 lower and offers marginally better fuel efficiency at 18 combined MPG, providing better cost-per-mile metrics.

Choose the Audi SQ8 if...

Maximum accessible cargo space (33.7 cu ft) is a priority over the QX80's 22.0 cu ft.
A direct performance edge, evidenced by 500 horsepower, is required for driving engagement.
Driving dynamics are preferred with an AWD system over the QX80's standard RWD setup.

Choose the INFINITI QX80 if...

Keeping the initial purchase price under $85,000 is critical, as the SQ8 starts at $97,600.
The user requires a substantially larger vehicle stature, indicated by the QX80's 76.6-inch height.
Slightly better efficiency is desired, as the QX80 returns 18 combined MPG versus the SQ8's 17 combined MPG.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi SQ8	INFINITI QX80
Length	197.0"	211.2"
Width	79.0"	83.3"
Height	67.0"	76.6"
Wheelbase	118.0"	121.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	INFINITI
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	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Integrated Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	INFINITI
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V6
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	500 hp	450 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	568 lb-ft	516 lb-ft @ 3600 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	INFINITI
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Audi	INFINITI
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/21 MPG	16/20 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	18 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	337.5/472.5 mi.	377.6/472.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.5 gal.	23.6 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	INFINITI
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	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	INFINITI
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	14.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	Bang & Olufsen	—
Stereo Power	730W	600W
Speaker System	17	14
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	With Real Time Traffic
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Klipsch Speakers	—	✓
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	INFINITI
Front Head Room	37.1 in.	39.1 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	43.8 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.5 in.	64.2 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-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
Front Hip Room	—	59.9 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	INFINITI
Rear Head Room	38.1 in.	37.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.2 in.	39.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.5 in.	63.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	59.9 in.
Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Fixed Center Armrest	—	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	INFINITI
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	22 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	285/40R22	275/60R20
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Size	—	20 x 8.0 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Audi	INFINITI
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	7 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 45000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi SQ8 and 2025 INFINITI QX80.

What is the specific cost difference in initial pricing between the Audi SQ8 and the INFINITI QX80?

The 2025 Audi SQ8 has an MSRP of $97,600, creating a significant price gap of $15,150 when compared directly to the 2025 INFINITI QX80's starting price of $82,450.

Which vehicle offers better fuel economy for daily driving?

The INFINITI QX80 is slightly more fuel-efficient, achieving 18 combined MPG (16 City/20 Highway), edging out the Audi SQ8, which is rated at 17 combined MPG (15 City/21 Highway).

How much more powerful is the Audi SQ8 compared to the QX80?

The Audi SQ8 generates 500 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque, giving it a 50-horsepower advantage and 52 lb-ft more torque than the QX80's 450 hp and 516 lb-ft.

Is there a notable difference in dimensions impacting garage fitment?

Yes, the Audi SQ8 is significantly smaller, measuring 197.0 inches in length, whereas the QX80 stretches to 211.2 inches, making the Audi easier to park and navigate tight spaces.

Which SUV provides superior cargo utility based on specifications?

The Audi SQ8 offers significantly more usable cargo space with 33.7 cubic feet, considerably exceeding the QX80's capacity rating of 22.0 cubic feet.

What is the difference in the required fuel type for these premium vehicles?

The Audi SQ8 strictly requires premium unleaded fuel for operation, while the INFINITI QX80 only lists premium unleaded as recommended, offering slightly more flexibility.