Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback vs Land Rover Defender 90
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Land Rover Defender 90
Overview
| Spec | Audi Q8 e-tron SportbackS line Premium Plus | Land Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | S line Premium Plus | X-Dynamic SE |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | electric | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q8 e-tron SportbackS line Premium Plus | Land Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $78,200 | $68,500 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $54,039 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $54,039 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $54,039 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 1 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi Q8 e-tron SportbackS line Premium Plus | Land Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 20 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 18 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 23 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | — | 23.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q8 e-tron SportbackS line Premium Plus | Land Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 355 hp | 395 hp (best) |
| Torque | 414 lb-ft (best) | 406 lb-ft |
| Engine size | — | 3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi Q8 e-tron SportbackS line Premium Plus | Land Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | — | 58.3 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 8,200 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,798 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 115 in (best) | 101.9 in |
| Length | 193 in (best) | 180.5 in |
| Width | 76 in (best) | — |
| Height | 65 in | 77.5 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q8 e-tron SportbackS line Premium Plus | Land Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback | Land Rover Defender 90 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | S line Premium Plus $78,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | X-Dynamic SE $68,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | S line Premium quattro $78,200 MSRP | V8 $114,400 MSRP |
| 3 | S line Prestige quattro $78,200 MSRP | — |
