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Audi SQ8 vs BMW iX

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

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2026 BMW iX

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Overview

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusBMW iXxDrive45
Selected trimPremium PlusxDrive45
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)electric
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic1-speed direct drive
Engine typemild hybridelectric
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusBMW iXxDrive45
MSRP$100,600$75,150 (best)
Lowest listing price$57,410$43,750 (best)
Median listing price$112,884$49,300 (best)
Highest listing price$124,633$83,002 (best)
For sale now12 (best)9

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusBMW iXxDrive45
Combined MPG16 MPG (best)—
City MPG14 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG20 MPG (best)—
Combined MPGe—94 MPGe (best)
Electric range—312 mi (best)
240V charge time—10 hr (best)
Fuel tank22.5 gal (best)—

Performance

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusBMW iXxDrive45
Horsepower500 hp (best)402 hp
Torque568 lb-ft (best)516 lb-ft
Engine size4 L (best)—
CylindersV8—

Size & capability

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusBMW iXxDrive45
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume60.8 cu ft77.9 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity7,700 lbs (best)3,500 lbs
Payload1,014 lbs1,060 lbs (best)
Curb weight5,247 lbs (best)5,567 lbs
Ground clearance—8.8 in (best)
Wheelbase118 in118.1 in (best)
Length197 in (best)195.5 in
Width79 in (best)77.6 in
Height67 in67.7 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusBMW iXxDrive45
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 SQ8BMW iX
1

Premium Plus

$100,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

xDrive45

$75,150 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Prestige

$108,100 MSRP

xDrive60

$88,500 MSRP

3—

M70

$111,500 MSRP

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Audi SQ8 vs BMW iX FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2026 BMW iX?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi SQ8 vs 2026 BMW iX 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 SQ8 or 2026 BMW iX?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 BMW iX starts lower at $75,150. Live Audi SQ8 listings start at $57,410. Live BMW iX listings start at $43,750.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2026 BMW iX?
The 2026 BMW iX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (75,150).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2026 BMW iX?
The 2027 Audi SQ8 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (16).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2026 BMW iX?
The 2026 BMW iX leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (364).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2026 BMW iX?
The 2026 BMW iX leads on horsepower in this comparison (650).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2026 BMW iX?
The 2027 Audi SQ8 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).