Audi RS Q8 vs BMW Alpina XB7
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 BMW Alpina XB7
Overview
| Spec | Audi RS Q8Performance | BMW Alpina XB7ALPINA XB7 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Performance | ALPINA XB7 SUV |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi RS Q8Performance | BMW Alpina XB7ALPINA XB7 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $139,700 (best) | $156,000 |
| Lowest listing price | $63,423 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $151,553 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $180,373 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 16 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi RS Q8Performance | BMW Alpina XB7ALPINA XB7 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG | 17 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 14 MPG | 16 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 22.5 gal (best) | 21.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Audi RS Q8Performance | BMW Alpina XB7ALPINA XB7 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 631 hp | 631 hp |
| Torque | 627 lb-ft (best) | 590 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4 L | 4.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi RS Q8Performance | BMW Alpina XB7ALPINA XB7 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 60 cu ft | 90.4 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 7,700 lbs (best) | 7,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,069 lbs | 1,180 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,368 lbs (best) | 5,986 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 122.2 in (best) |
| Length | 197.7 in | 203.9 in (best) |
| Width | 79 in (best) | 78.3 in |
| Height | 67.5 in | 70.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi RS Q8Performance | BMW Alpina XB7ALPINA XB7 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| 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 RS Q8 | BMW Alpina XB7 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Performance $139,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ALPINA XB7 SUV $156,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
Live inventory
Audi RS Q816 for sale
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Used2023 Audi RS Q8
4.0T
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect•Black19,460 mi$87,800Jim Coleman Nissan Bethesda
Bethesda, MD
Used2022 Audi RS Q8
4.0T (Tiptronic)
Blue Metallic•black40,731 mi$78,423Jack Hanania Audi Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
New2026 Audi RS Q8
performance
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect28 mi$180,373Jack Hanania Audi Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
New2026 Audi RS Q8
performance
Glacier White Metallic•Black14 mi$154,043Jack Hanania Audi Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
New2027 Audi RS Q8
performance
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect18 mi$156,743Jack Hanania Audi Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
Used2022 Audi RS Q8
4.0T quattro
Glacier White•Black55,036 mi$63,423Jack Hanania Audi Orange Park
Jacksonville, FL
Audi RS Q8 vs BMW Alpina XB7 FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2026 BMW Alpina XB7?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi RS Q8 vs 2026 BMW Alpina XB7 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 RS Q8 or 2026 BMW Alpina XB7?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Audi RS Q8 starts lower at $139,700. Live Audi RS Q8 listings start at $63,423.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2026 BMW Alpina XB7?
- The 2027 Audi RS Q8 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (139,700).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2026 BMW Alpina XB7?
- The 2026 BMW Alpina XB7 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (17).
- Which has better seats: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2026 BMW Alpina XB7?
- The 2026 BMW Alpina XB7 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2026 BMW Alpina XB7?
- The 2027 Audi RS Q8 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).