Audi RS Q8 vs BMW XM
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 BMW XM
Overview
| Spec | Audi RS Q8Performance | BMW XMLabel |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Performance | Label |
| 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 automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | plug-in hybrid |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi RS Q8Performance | BMW XMLabel |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $139,700 (best) | $159,600 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi RS Q8Performance | BMW XMLabel |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| City MPG | 14 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 22.5 gal (best) | 18 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Audi RS Q8Performance | BMW XMLabel |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 631 hp | 738 hp (best) |
| Torque | 627 lb-ft | 738 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4 L | 4.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi RS Q8Performance | BMW XMLabel |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 60 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 7,700 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | 1,069 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 5,368 lbs (best) | 6,091 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 122 in (best) |
| Length | 197.7 in | 201 in (best) |
| Width | 79 in | 79 in |
| Height | 67.5 in | 69 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi RS Q8Performance | BMW XMLabel |
|---|---|---|
| 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 XM |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Performance $139,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Label $159,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
Audi RS Q8 vs BMW XM FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2027 BMW XM?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi RS Q8 vs 2027 BMW XM 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 2027 BMW XM?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Audi RS Q8 starts lower at $139,700.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2027 BMW XM?
- The 2027 Audi RS Q8 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (139,700).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2027 BMW XM?
- The 2027 Audi RS Q8 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (16).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2027 BMW XM?
- The 2027 BMW XM leads on horsepower in this comparison (738).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2027 BMW XM?
- The 2027 Audi RS Q8 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).