2025 Audi SQ8 vs 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

$97,600 · Crossover

$83,700 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Audi SQ8 (car1) and the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (car2) is the $13,900 MSRP gap, starting at $97,600 for the Audi versus $83,700 for the Land Rover. Performance metrics heavily favor the Audi SQ8, which delivers a substantial 500 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque compared to the Range Rover Sport's 355 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque. Conversely, the Range Rover Sport excels in efficiency, achieving a 22 MPG combined rating, which is 5 MPG better than the SQ8's 17 MPG combined, though both mandate premium fuel. Dimensions show the SQ8 is slightly longer at 197.0 inches versus 194.7 inches, but the Range Rover Sport is notably taller at 71.7 inches. Cargo volume is nearly identical, with the SQ8 offering 33.7 cu ft versus 31.9 cu ft.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport's 22 MPG combined rating offers superior fuel economy for daily driving compared to the SQ8's 17 MPG combined.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport is taller by over 4.7 inches (71.7 in vs 67.0 in), potentially offering more vertical headroom and a commanding view for passengers.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi SQ8

The Audi SQ8 provides vastly superior performance figures with 500 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport is priced $13,900 lower while still providing an AWD crossover platform.

Choose the Audi SQ8 if...

Maximum acceleration and power output are the highest priorities, evidenced by the 145 hp advantage (500 hp vs 355 hp).
A driver requires the absolute maximum stated cargo capacity of 33.7 cu ft.
The driver prefers the slightly longer overall vehicle length of 197.0 inches for road presence.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Sport if...

Keeping running costs down is critical, as indicated by the 5 MPG advantage in combined efficiency (22 MPG vs 17 MPG).
The upfront purchase price must be substantially lower, saving $13,900 MSRP.
The driver requires a more vertical profile, as the Range Rover Sport is 4.7 inches taller than the SQ8.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi SQ8	Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Length	197.0"	194.7"
Width	79.0"	79.0"
Height	67.0"	71.7"
Wheelbase	118.0"	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
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	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
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	500 hp	355 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	568 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
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	Locking
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Single-Speed

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/21 MPG	20/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	22 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	337.5/472.5 mi.	476.0/595.0 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	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
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	—
Stereo Power	730W	400W
Speaker System	17	15
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	—	✓
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.	38.8 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.5 in.	—
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	16-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-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
Front Seat Type: Captain's Chairs	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	38.1 in.	39.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.2 in.	37.8 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.5 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	22 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	285/40R22	275/50R21
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Size	—	21 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 SQ8 and 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.

What is the precise difference in required fuel type for these two models?

Both vehicles mandate premium unleaded fuel for optimal operation. However, the Audi SQ8 requires premium unleaded (required), while the Range Rover Sport lists premium unleaded as recommended, which may offer slightly more flexibility.

How significant is the powertrain performance gap between the Audi SQ8 and the Range Rover Sport?

The difference is considerable; the SQ8 produces 500 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque, whereas the Range Rover Sport yields 355 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque, resulting in a 145 hp deficit for the Land Rover.

Which crossover offers better fuel efficiency for highway commuting?

The Range Rover Sport offers superior highway efficiency at 25 MPG compared to the Audi SQ8's 21 MPG highway rating. This 4 MPG difference translates to fewer stops at the pump over distance.

Comparing the starting prices, how much more expensive is the Audi SQ8?

The 2025 Audi SQ8 commands an MSRP of $97,600, making it precisely $13,900 more expensive than the Range Rover Sport's base price of $83,700.

Are the driving dynamics significantly different based on the drivetrain specifications listed?

Both utilize eight-speed automatic transmissions and AWD/4WD systems. The SQ8 uses a specialized all-wheel drive system paired with its high-output engine, whereas the Range Rover Sport uses a four-wheel drive setup, typical of its off-road heritage.

Does the difference in height affect the cargo areas significantly?

Despite the Range Rover Sport being 4.7 inches taller overall, the SQ8 wins marginally on maximum cargo capacity, measuring 33.7 cu ft against the Range Rover Sport's 31.9 cu ft.