Audi SQ8 e-tron Sportback vs BMW X7
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 BMW X7
Overview
| Spec | Audi SQ8 e-tron SportbackPremium Plus | BMW X7xDrive40i |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium Plus | xDrive40i |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | electric | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2024 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi SQ8 e-tron SportbackPremium Plus | BMW X7xDrive40i |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $92,600 | $87,500 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $25,755 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $70,500 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $168,835 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 51 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi SQ8 e-tron SportbackPremium Plus | BMW X7xDrive40i |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 25 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 73 MPGe (best) | — |
| Electric range | 253 mi (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 13 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | — | 21.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi SQ8 e-tron SportbackPremium Plus | BMW X7xDrive40i |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 496 hp (best) | 375 hp |
| Torque | 718 lb-ft (best) | 398 lb-ft |
| Engine size | — | 3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi SQ8 e-tron SportbackPremium Plus | BMW X7xDrive40i |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 54.5 cu ft | 90.4 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 3,300 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | 1,036 lbs | 1,261 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 6,118 lbs | 5,452 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 115.1 in | 122.2 in (best) |
| Length | 193.5 in | 203.6 in (best) |
| Width | 77.8 in | 78.7 in (best) |
| Height | 65 in | 72.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi SQ8 e-tron SportbackPremium Plus | BMW X7xDrive40i |
|---|---|---|
| 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 SQ8 e-tron Sportback | BMW X7 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium Plus $92,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | xDrive40i $87,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Prestige $98,600 MSRP | M60i $115,000 MSRP |
Live inventory
BMW X751 for sale
See all
Used2026 BMW X7
xDrive40i
Gray•Black13,723 mi$70,500Kia of Clermont
Clermont, FL
Certified2026 BMW X7
xDrive40i
Green7,344 mi$80,585BMW of Wesley Chapel
Wesley Chapel, FL
Used2026 BMW X7
M60i
black•coffee15,175 mi$90,513BMW of Wesley Chapel
Wesley Chapel, FL
Used2025 BMW X7
M60i
Black•Black9,998 mi$86,994BMW of Wesley Chapel
Wesley Chapel, FL
Used2020 BMW X7
Automatic
Gray Metallic•black90,892 mi$30,742Velocity Autohaus
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
Used2020 BMW X7
Automatic
Blue Metallic•black103,526 mi$25,755Velocity Autohaus
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
Audi SQ8 e-tron Sportback vs BMW X7 FAQ
- Which is better: 2024 Audi SQ8 e-tron Sportback or 2027 BMW X7?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2024 Audi SQ8 e-tron Sportback vs 2027 BMW X7 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2024 Audi SQ8 e-tron Sportback or 2027 BMW X7?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 BMW X7 starts lower at $87,500. Live BMW X7 listings start at $25,755.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2024 Audi SQ8 e-tron Sportback or 2027 BMW X7?
- The 2027 BMW X7 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (87,500).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2024 Audi SQ8 e-tron Sportback or 2027 BMW X7?
- The 2027 BMW X7 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2024 Audi SQ8 e-tron Sportback or 2027 BMW X7?
- The 2024 Audi SQ8 e-tron Sportback leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (253).
- Which has better horsepower: 2024 Audi SQ8 e-tron Sportback or 2027 BMW X7?
- The 2027 BMW X7 leads on horsepower in this comparison (523).
- Which has better seats: 2024 Audi SQ8 e-tron Sportback or 2027 BMW X7?
- The 2027 BMW X7 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2024 Audi SQ8 e-tron Sportback or 2027 BMW X7?
- The 2024 Audi SQ8 e-tron Sportback leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,300).