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Audi SQ7 vs Land Rover Defender 130

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

Vehicles

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2027 Audi SQ7

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2027 Land Rover Defender 130

Overview

SpecAudi SQ74dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A)Land Rover Defender 130S
Selected trim4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A)S
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)—
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecAudi SQ74dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A)Land Rover Defender 130S
MSRP$98,700$74,000 (best)
Lowest listing price—$74,999 (best)
Median listing price—$94,242 (best)
Highest listing price—$134,235 (best)
For sale now014 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi SQ74dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A)Land Rover Defender 130S
Fuel tank21.1 gal24 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi SQ74dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A)Land Rover Defender 130S
Horsepower591 hp (best)296 hp
Torque590 lb-ft (best)347 lb-ft
Engine size4 L (best)3 L
CylindersV8I6

Size & capability

SpecAudi SQ74dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A)Land Rover Defender 130S
Seating7 seats8 seats (best)
Doors4 (best)—
Cargo volume78.1 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity7,700 lbs8,200 lbs (best)
Curb weight5,467 lbs (best)5,570 lbs
Ground clearance—9 in (best)
Wheelbase118 in119 in (best)
Length199.4 in212 in (best)
Width80.4 in (best)79 in
Height70.8 in78 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi SQ74dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A)Land Rover Defender 130S
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 SQ7Land Rover Defender 130
1

4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$98,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$74,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

X-Dynamic SE

$83,600 MSRP

3—

Outbound

$86,400 MSRP

4—

Vertex

$105,000 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi SQ7 vs Land Rover Defender 130 FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Audi SQ7 or 2027 Land Rover Defender 130?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi SQ7 vs 2027 Land Rover Defender 130 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 SQ7 or 2027 Land Rover Defender 130?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Land Rover Defender 130 starts lower at $74,000. Live Land Rover Defender 130 listings start at $74,999.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi SQ7 or 2027 Land Rover Defender 130?
The 2027 Land Rover Defender 130 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (74,000).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi SQ7 or 2027 Land Rover Defender 130?
The 2027 Audi SQ7 leads on horsepower in this comparison (591).
Which has better seats: 2027 Audi SQ7 or 2027 Land Rover Defender 130?
The 2027 Land Rover Defender 130 leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Audi SQ7 or 2027 Land Rover Defender 130?
The 2027 Land Rover Defender 130 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (8,200).