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Audi Q8 vs Land Rover Defender 90

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2027 Audi Q8

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Overview

SpecAudi Q8PremiumLand Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE
Selected trimPremiumX-Dynamic SE
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typemild hybridmild hybrid
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecAudi Q8PremiumLand Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE
MSRP$76,900$68,500 (best)
Lowest listing price$24,392 (best)$56,999
Median listing price$81,423$56,999 (best)
Highest listing price$100,968$56,999 (best)
For sale now53 (best)1

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi Q8PremiumLand Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE
Combined MPG19 MPG20 MPG (best)
City MPG17 MPG18 MPG (best)
Highway MPG23 MPG23 MPG
Fuel tank22.5 gal23.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi Q8PremiumLand Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE
Horsepower335 hp395 hp (best)
Torque369 lb-ft406 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3 L3 L
CylindersV6I6

Size & capability

SpecAudi Q8PremiumLand Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors4 (best)2
Cargo volume60.7 cu ft (best)58.3 cu ft
Towing capacity7,700 lbs8,200 lbs (best)
Payload1,168 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,949 lbs (best)—
Ground clearance—8.9 in (best)
Wheelbase118 in (best)101.9 in
Length196 in (best)180.5 in
Width79 in (best)—
Height67 in77.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi Q8PremiumLand Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimAudi Q8Land Rover Defender 90
1

Premium

$76,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

X-Dynamic SE

$68,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$82,100 MSRP

V8

$114,400 MSRP

3

Prestige

$87,500 MSRP

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Audi Q8 vs Land Rover Defender 90 FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Audi Q8 or 2026 Land Rover Defender 90?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi Q8 vs 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Audi Q8 or 2026 Land Rover Defender 90?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 starts lower at $68,500. Live Audi Q8 listings start at $24,392. Live Land Rover Defender 90 listings start at $56,999.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi Q8 or 2026 Land Rover Defender 90?
The 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (68,500).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi Q8 or 2026 Land Rover Defender 90?
The 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi Q8 or 2026 Land Rover Defender 90?
The 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 leads on horsepower in this comparison (518).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Audi Q8 or 2026 Land Rover Defender 90?
The 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (8,200).