Audi SQ8 vs Porsche Cayenne
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Porsche Cayenne
Overview
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | Porsche CayenneE-Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium Plus | E-Hybrid |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | plug-in hybrid |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | Porsche CayenneE-Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100,600 (best) | $107,300 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $21,380 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $114,105 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $188,642 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 12 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | Porsche CayenneE-Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 14 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 22.5 gal (best) | 18 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | Porsche CayenneE-Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 500 hp (best) | 463 hp |
| Torque | 568 lb-ft (best) | 479 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4 L (best) | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | Porsche CayenneE-Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 60.8 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 7,700 lbs | 7,716 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,014 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 5,247 lbs (best) | 5,415 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 118 in (best) | 114 in |
| Length | 197 in (best) | 194 in |
| Width | 79 in (best) | 78 in |
| Height | 67 in (best) | 66 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi SQ8Premium Plus | Porsche CayenneE-Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Porsche Cayenne |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium Plus $100,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | E-Hybrid $107,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Prestige $108,100 MSRP | S $108,300 MSRP |
| 3 | — | S $114,900 MSRP |
| 4 | — | S E-Hybrid $111,600 MSRP |
| 5 | — | S E-Hybrid $117,100 MSRP |
| 6 | — | GTS $132,400 MSRP |
| 7 | — | GTS $137,100 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Turbo E-Hybrid $164,500 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Turbo E-Hybrid $169,100 MSRP |
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Audi SQ8 vs Porsche Cayenne FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi SQ8 vs 2027 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Audi SQ8 starts lower at $100,600. Live Porsche Cayenne listings start at $21,380.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
- The 2027 Audi SQ8 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (100,600).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
- The 2027 Porsche Cayenne leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
- The 2027 Porsche Cayenne leads on horsepower in this comparison (729).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Audi SQ8 or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
- The 2027 Porsche Cayenne leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,716).