Audi Q8 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 Q8Premium | Land Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | X-Dynamic SE |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q8Premium | Land Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $76,900 | $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 Q8Premium | Land Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 23 gal | 23.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q8Premium | Land Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 395 hp (best) |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi Q8Premium | 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 | 5,027 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 6 in | 8.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 118 in (best) | 101.9 in |
| Length | 197 in (best) | 180.5 in |
| Width | 79 in (best) | — |
| Height | 67 in | 77.5 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q8Premium | 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 | Land Rover Defender 90 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $76,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | X-Dynamic SE $68,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $76,900 MSRP | V8 $114,400 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige quattro $76,900 MSRP | — |
