2025 Audi SQ8 vs 2025 Lexus LX

$97,600 · Crossover

$106,000 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Audi SQ8 and the 2025 Lexus LX lies in performance metrics, where the SQ8 delivers a substantial 91 horsepower advantage (500 hp vs. 409 hp) and 89 lb-ft more torque (568 lb-ft vs. 479 lb-ft). The SQ8 commands a lower MSRP at $97,600 compared to the LX’s $106,000. Conversely, the LX possesses a 2 MPG advantage in combined fuel economy (19 MPG vs. 17 MPG) and a taller stance, standing 74.2 inches high versus the SQ8's 67.0 inches. The SQ8 is shorter overall by 3.5 inches (197.0 inches vs. 200.5 inches). However, cargo space heavily favors the Audi, offering 33.7 cu ft against the LX's scant 11.0 cu ft, despite the LX being physically longer and significantly taller.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi SQ8

The Audi SQ8 offers superior power delivery and a marginally smaller footprint at 197.0 inches in length, better suited for urban maneuverability.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Lexus LX

The Lexus LX is considerably taller at 74.2 inches and offers the robustness associated with a traditional SUV body style, despite having very low specified cargo volume.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi SQ8

The 2025 Audi SQ8 provides 500 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque, significantly outperforming the LX in raw performance specifications.

💰 Best Value

2025 Audi SQ8

The Audi SQ8 is priced $8,400 lower while offering 91 more horsepower and substantially more cargo capacity (33.7 cu ft vs. 11.0 cu ft).

Choose the Audi SQ8 if...

Maximum straight-line performance is prioritized, evidenced by its 500 hp engine.
A significantly lower purchase price of $97,600 is required.
Utility is measured by cubic footage, as the SQ8 offers 33.7 cu ft of cargo room versus the LX's 11.0 cu ft.

Choose the Lexus LX if...

Slightly better fuel efficiency is desired, achieving 19 MPG combined.
A larger, more commanding physical presence and height (74.2 inches tall) are preferred.
A 10-speed automatic transmission is considered an advantage over the SQ8's 8-speed unit.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi SQ8	Lexus LX
Length	197.0"	200.5"
Width	79.0"	78.3"
Height	67.0"	74.2"
Wheelbase	118.0"	112.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	Lexus
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	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Headlight Washers	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	3.4 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V6
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	500 hp	409 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque	568 lb-ft	479 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	Lexus
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-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 Hi-Lo
Locking Hubs	—	Automatic

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/21 MPG	17/22 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	19 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	337.5/472.5 mi.	358.7/464.2 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.5 gal.	21.1 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	Lexus
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	—	✓
Cooled Storage Compartment	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	Bang & Olufsen	—
Stereo Power	730W	—
Speaker System	17	10
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
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Front Head Room	37.1 in.	37.8 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	41.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.5 in.	61.4 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	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	—	59.6 in.
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Rear Head Room	38.1 in.	38.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.2 in.	36.6 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.5 in.	58.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	58.8 in.
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	22 in	20 in.
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	285/40R22	✓
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy

Suspension

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	—
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	—
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	—
Front Suspension Type	—	Independent
Stabilizer Bar	—	✓

Warranty

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ 10000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi SQ8 and 2025 Lexus LX.

What is the power output difference between the 2025 Audi SQ8 and the Lexus LX?

The Audi SQ8 holds a clear advantage with 500 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque. The Lexus LX generates 409 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque, resulting in a 91 hp deficit for the Lexus.

How does the pricing and fuel economy compare between these two premium utility vehicles?

The Audi SQ8 has an MSRP of $97,600, which is $8,400 less than the Lexus LX's $106,000. Conversely, the LX is more efficient, achieving 19 MPG combined versus the SQ8's 17 MPG combined, though both require premium unleaded fuel.

Which vehicle offers better utility in terms of passenger and cargo space?

Despite the Lexus LX being physically longer (200.5 inches vs. 197.0 inches) and much taller (74.2 inches vs. 67.0 inches), the SQ8 specifies significantly more cargo capacity at 33.7 cu ft compared to the LX’s 11.0 cu ft.

Are there significant differences in the drivetrain or transmission specifications?

Both vehicles feature standard all-wheel-drive setups, utilizing Audi's Quattro (all wheel drive) and the LX's four wheel drive system. The Lexus LX uses a 10-speed automatic transmission, while the Audi SQ8 utilizes an 8-speed shiftable automatic.

For city driving, is one vehicle noticeably more efficient than the other?

The Lexus LX shows better efficiency in city metrics, reporting 17 MPG in city driving compared to the Audi SQ8's 15 MPG city rating. This 2 MPG difference in urban environments favors the Lexus.

Which vehicle has a larger physical footprint based on external dimensions?

The Lexus LX is longer by 3.5 inches (200.5 inches total) and substantially taller by 7.2 inches (74.2 inches vs. 67.0 inches). However, the Audi SQ8 is slightly wider by 0.7 inches (79.0 inches vs. 78.3 inches).