Audi Q8 vs BMW 7 Series – Which model is better for everyday use?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Costs and Efficiency: Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi Q8 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 75800 £, while the BMW 7 Series costs 101500 £. That’s a price difference of around 25714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 7 Series manages with 1 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Audi Q8 with 1.30 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Audi Q8 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 83 km, about 3 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

Engine and Performance: Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 has a a bit edge – offering 640 HP compared to 571 HP. That’s roughly 69 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the BMW 7 Series takes 4.30 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 pulls slight stronger with 850 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, the Audi Q8 is slight lighter – 2175 kg compared to 2255 kg. The difference is around 80 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q8 offers slightly more room – 605 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 665 kg.

Our conclusion: The Audi Q8 proves to be wins the duel decisively and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, Audi Q8 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.