2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs 2026 Audi SQ7

$83,700 · Crossover

$93,800 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport grabs attention with its stately British presence and efficiency, achieving a respectable 22 combined MPG from its 355 hp engine. In contrast, the 2026 Audi SQ7 attacks the asphalt with a muscular 500 hp and massive 568 lb-ft of torque, though it demands a premium, starting at $93,800—a $10,100 jump over the Land Rover. While the Range Rover Sport offers a more generous 31.9 cu ft of cargo space, the SQ7 prioritizes sheer acceleration and power, accepting a meager 16 combined MPG as the cost of its performance halo. The differences highlight a clear fork in the road: elegant capability versus raw, German velocity. Performance junkies will relish the SQ7's superior output, while those prioritizing practicality and cost will lean toward the Range Rover Sport's accessible fuel economy.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport wins for commuters due to its superior 22 combined MPG versus the SQ7's 16 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Car1 offers nearly double the cargo space at 31.9 cu ft compared to the SQ7's 13.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Audi SQ7

The 2026 Audi SQ7 dominates enthusiast metrics with 500 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport undercuts the SQ7 by $10,100 and offers significantly better fuel efficiency.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Sport if...

You require excellent utility, benefiting from 31.9 cu ft of cargo capacity.
Minimizing fuel stops is key, thanks to its 22 combined MPG rating.
You prefer a lower entry cost, starting at $83,700.

Choose the Audi SQ7 if...

Blistering acceleration is your priority, fueled by 500 horsepower.
You demand the highest torque figure of 568 lb-ft for immediate response.
You prefer a slightly longer vehicle (199.6 inches) with a lower ride height (68.5 inches).

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Range Rover Sport	Audi SQ7
Length	194.7"	199.6"
Width	79.0"	77.5"
Height	71.7"	68.5"
Wheelbase	118.0"	118.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Audi
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front 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 Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Front Integrated Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Audi
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	4.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 6	V8
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	355 hp @ 5500 rpm	500 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	369 lb-ft @ 1570 rpm	568 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Number of Valves	24	32
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Land Rover	Audi
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	four wheel drive	all wheel drive
4WD System Type	Full Time	—
Transfer Case Gearing	Electronic Single-Speed	—
Center Differential Type	Locking	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Audi
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/25 MPG	14/20 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	16 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	476.0/595.0 mi.	315.0/450.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	23.8 gal.	22.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Land Rover	Audi
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control 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	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	Audi
Infotainment Display	13.1 in	10.1 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	400W	755W
Speaker System	15	19
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Video Monitor	✓	—
Premium Brand Speakers	—	Bang & Olufsen
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Audi
Front Head Room	38.8 in.	39.9 in.
Front Leg Room	40.3 in.	41.3 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Captain's Chairs	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	16-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	16-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Front Shoulder Room	—	59.5 in.
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Audi
Rear Head Room	39.0 in.	38.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.8 in.	38.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Rear Shoulder Room	—	58.5 in.
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Audi
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	21 in	21 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	275/50R21	✓
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	—

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Audi
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport and 2026 Audi SQ7.

How significant is the performance gap between the two crossovers?

The gap is substantial; the 2026 Audi SQ7 boasts 500 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque, dramatically overshadowing the Range Rover Sport's 355 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque. This 145 hp difference translates directly to superior acceleration potential in the Audi.

Is the higher price of the SQ7 justified by its specifications?

The Audi SQ7 commands a $10,100 premium, starting at $93,800. While this buys significant power upgrades, it also results in significantly poorer fuel economy, achieving only 16 combined MPG compared to the Range Rover Sport's 22 combined MPG.

Which vehicle is better suited for long family road trips?

The 2025 Range Rover Sport is better equipped for luggage capacity, offering 31.9 cu ft of space versus the SQ7's 13.6 cu ft. Furthermore, the Range Rover Sport's better fuel economy will result in fewer stops on long hauls.

Does the Range Rover Sport require less expensive fuel than the SQ7?

The Range Rover Sport recommends premium unleaded, whereas the Audi SQ7 requires it, suggesting the SQ7's performance tuning demands higher octane fuel across the board. Both still require premium fuel, but the SQ7 consumes it much faster given its 16 combined MPG rating.

How do their overall dimensions compare?

The Range Rover Sport is slightly shorter in length (194.7 inches) but significantly taller (71.7 inches). Conversely, the SQ7 is nearly 5 inches longer but sits substantially lower at 68.5 inches, contributing to its sportier stance.

Which crossover will cost more to run annually based on fuel usage?

Considering the 6 MPG difference (22 MPG vs. 16 MPG) and assuming equal annual mileage, the Audi SQ7 will incur substantially higher annual fuel expenditures due to its significantly lower fuel efficiency.