Audi SQ8 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 SQ8Premium Plus | BMW X7xDrive40i |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium Plus | xDrive40i |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | BMW X7xDrive40i |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100,600 | $87,500 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $64,144 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $97,447 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $100,897 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 3 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | BMW X7xDrive40i |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 14 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 23 gal (best) | 21.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | BMW X7xDrive40i |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 500 hp (best) | 375 hp |
| Torque | 568 lb-ft (best) | 398 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4 L (best) | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | BMW X7xDrive40i |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | — | 90.4 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,261 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,203 lbs (best) | 5,452 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 118 in | 122.2 in (best) |
| Length | 197 in | 203.6 in (best) |
| Width | 79 in (best) | 78.7 in |
| Height | 67 in | 72.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium 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 | BMW X7 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium Plus $100,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | xDrive40i $87,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Prestige $100,600 MSRP | M60i $115,000 MSRP |
