2025 Toyota Sequoia vs 2026 Audi Q8

$62,425 · SUV

$75,600 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Choosing between a rugged, powerful traditional SUV like the 2025 Toyota Sequoia and a refined, tech-focused luxury crossover like the 2026 Audi Q8 often boils down to prioritizing budget and capability over pure premium polish. The Sequoia presents a compelling financial argument, starting at just $62,425 compared to the Q8's $75,600—a significant $13,175 difference. Furthermore, the Toyota dominates in raw performance metrics, boasting 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque versus the Audi's 335 hp and 369 lb-ft. While the Q8 offers more overall cargo space at 33.7 cu ft versus the Sequoia's 22.3 cu ft (in base configuration), the Toyota runs happily on regular unleaded fuel, whereas the Audi mandates more expensive premium fuel. Buyers must weigh the lower upfront cost and sheer power of the Sequoia against the Q8's smaller, more maneuverable dimensions.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Toyota Sequoia

The Sequoia's lower starting MSRP of $62,425 and regular unleaded fuel requirement make it significantly cheaper to run daily than the premium-only Audi Q8.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 provides greater usable interior volume with 33.7 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Sequoia's 22.3 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Toyota Sequoia

The Sequoia offers substantially more grunt, delivering 437 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque, eclipsing the Q8's 335 hp output.

💰 Best Value

2025 Toyota Sequoia

The Sequoia provides massive power and SUV utility for $13,175 less than the Audi Q8.

Choose the Toyota Sequoia if...

You need maximum towing or acceleration power, thanks to its 583 lb-ft of torque.
You want to save over $13,000 on the initial purchase price.
You prefer the simplicity and lower running costs of regular unleaded fuel.

Choose the Audi Q8 if...

You desire a more compact footprint, as the Q8 is 12.1 inches shorter in length.
You value luxury refinement and require all-wheel drive as standard.
You need maximum cargo space, offering 33.7 cu ft versus the Sequoia's 22.3 cu ft.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Toyota Sequoia	Audi Q8
Length	208.1"	196.0"
Width	79.8"	79.0"
Height	74.5"	67.0"
Wheelbase	122.0"	118.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Toyota	Audi
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	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row 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	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Headlight Washers	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Toyota	Audi
Base Engine Displacement	3.4 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	V6
Base Engine Type	hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	437 hp @ 5200 rpm	335 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque	583 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm	369 lb-ft @ 1370 rpm
Number of Valves	24	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Toyota	Audi
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	all wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Toyota	Audi
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	21/24 MPG	17/23 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	19 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	472.5/540.0 mi.	382.5/517.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.5 gal.	22.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Toyota	Audi
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	—
Side View Camera	✓	—
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Toyota	Audi
Infotainment Display	8.0 in	10.1 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	8	10
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Stereo Power	—	180W
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Toyota	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	Toyota	Audi
Front Head Room	39.2 in.	37.1 in.
Front Leg Room	41.2 in.	41.6 in.
Front Shoulder Room	65.0 in.	59.5 in.
Front Hip Room	62.6 in.	—
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2

Rearseats

Feature	Toyota	Audi
Rear Head Room	38.4 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.2 in.	40.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	61.8 in.	58.5 in.
Rear Hip Room	60.8 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Toyota	Audi
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	18 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	P265/70R18	285/45R21
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	—	21 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Toyota	Audi
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	8 yr./ 100000 mi.	—
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	2 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	2 yr./ 25000 mi.	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Toyota Sequoia and 2026 Audi Q8.

Which vehicle is significantly cheaper to buy upfront?

The 2025 Toyota Sequoia is the clear budget winner, starting at $62,425 compared to the 2026 Audi Q8's $75,600 MSRP. This results in a direct price savings of $13,175 for the Toyota.

Does the Toyota Sequoia or the Audi Q8 offer better fuel economy?

The Sequoia is slightly more efficient for its size, achieving a combined 22 MPG versus the Q8's combined 19 MPG. However, remember the Q8 requires more expensive premium fuel.

If I tow often, which SUV should I consider?

The 2025 Toyota Sequoia is the superior choice for towing due to its massive 583 lb-ft of torque, which far surpasses the Q8's 369 lb-ft.

How do the physical sizes of these vehicles compare?

The Sequoia is considerably larger, standing 74.5 inches tall and 208.1 inches long. The Q8 is shorter at 196.0 inches and notably lower at 67.0 inches, making it easier to maneuver in tight city spots.

Is the Audi Q8's AWD worth the extra cost over the Sequoia's RWD?

If you prioritize handling snow or light off-roading consistently, the Q8's standard All-Wheel Drive offers more grip than the Sequoia's standard Rear Wheel Drive setup.

Which vehicle is better for hauling large gear inside the cabin?

The 2026 Audi Q8 offers superior interior hauling capability, measuring 33.7 cubic feet of cargo space, while the Sequoia maxes out at 22.3 cubic feet.