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Audi SQ7 vs Audi SQ8

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

Vehicles

Overview

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusAudi SQ8Premium Plus
Selected trimPremium PlusPremium Plus
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typemild hybridmild hybrid
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusAudi SQ8Premium Plus
MSRP$93,800 (best)$100,600
Lowest listing price$49,465 (best)$57,410
Median listing price$104,412 (best)$112,884
Highest listing price$121,408 (best)$124,633
For sale now812 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusAudi SQ8Premium Plus
Combined MPG16 MPG16 MPG
City MPG14 MPG14 MPG
Highway MPG20 MPG20 MPG
Fuel tank22.5 gal22.5 gal

Performance

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusAudi SQ8Premium Plus
Horsepower500 hp500 hp
Torque568 lb-ft568 lb-ft
Engine size4 L4 L
CylindersV8V8

Size & capability

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusAudi SQ8Premium Plus
Seating7 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume68.1 cu ft (best)60.8 cu ft
Towing capacity7,700 lbs7,700 lbs
Payload1,301 lbs (best)1,014 lbs
Curb weight5,280 lbs5,247 lbs (best)
Wheelbase118 in118 in
Length199.6 in (best)197 in
Width77.5 in79 in (best)
Height68.5 in (best)67 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusAudi SQ8Premium Plus
NHTSA overallNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side poleNot Rated
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

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 SQ7Audi SQ8
1

Premium Plus

$93,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium Plus

$100,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Prestige

$99,800 MSRP

Prestige

$108,100 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi SQ7 vs Audi SQ8 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2027 Audi SQ8?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi SQ7 vs 2027 Audi SQ8 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2027 Audi SQ8?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Audi SQ7 starts lower at $93,800. Live Audi SQ7 listings start at $49,465. Live Audi SQ8 listings start at $57,410.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2027 Audi SQ8?
The 2026 Audi SQ7 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (93,800).
Which has better seats: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2027 Audi SQ8?
The 2026 Audi SQ7 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi SQ7 vs 2027 Audi SQ8?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi SQ7 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).