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Audi SQ8 vs BMW X7

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

Vehicles

Overview

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusBMW X7xDrive40i
Selected trimPremium PlusxDrive40i
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typemild hybridmild hybrid
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusBMW X7xDrive40i
MSRP$100,600$87,500 (best)
Lowest listing price$57,410$25,755 (best)
Median listing price$112,884$66,497 (best)
Highest listing price$124,633 (best)$168,835
For sale now1251 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusBMW X7xDrive40i
Combined MPG16 MPG23 MPG (best)
City MPG14 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG20 MPG25 MPG (best)
Fuel tank22.5 gal (best)21.9 gal

Performance

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusBMW X7xDrive40i
Horsepower500 hp (best)375 hp
Torque568 lb-ft (best)398 lb-ft
Engine size4 L (best)3 L
CylindersV8I6

Size & capability

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusBMW X7xDrive40i
Seating5 seats7 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume60.8 cu ft90.4 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity7,700 lbs (best)—
Payload1,014 lbs1,261 lbs (best)
Curb weight5,247 lbs (best)5,452 lbs
Ground clearance—8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase118 in122.2 in (best)
Length197 in203.6 in (best)
Width79 in (best)78.7 in
Height67 in72.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi SQ8Premium PlusBMW X7xDrive40i
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 X7
1

Premium Plus

$100,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

xDrive40i

$87,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Prestige

$108,100 MSRP

M60i

$115,000 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi SQ8 vs BMW X7 FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2027 BMW X7?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi SQ8 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: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2027 BMW X7?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 BMW X7 starts lower at $87,500. Live Audi SQ8 listings start at $57,410. Live BMW X7 listings start at $25,755.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2027 BMW X7 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (87,500).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2027 BMW X7 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2027 BMW X7 leads on horsepower in this comparison (523).
Which has better seats: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2027 BMW X7 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2027 Audi SQ8 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).