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Audi Q8 vs Land Rover Defender – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: Audi Q8 meets Land Rover Defender.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

Q8 @ Audi AG

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.

Land Rover Defender has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 57900 £, while the Audi Q8 costs 75800 £. That’s a price difference of around 17914 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q8 manages with 1.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L. The difference is about 4.70 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Audi Q8 performs significantly better – achieving up to 83 km, about 35 km more than the Land Rover Defender.

Defender @ Jaguar Land Rover Media

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 has a minimal edge – offering 640 HP compared to 635 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Land Rover Defender takes 4 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q8 pulls slightly stronger with 850 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

Q8 @ Audi AG

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Land Rover Defender offers noticeable more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.

In curb weight, Audi Q8 is barely noticeable lighter – 2175 kg compared to 2300 kg. The difference is around 125 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers clearly perceptible more room – 786 L compared to 605 L. That’s a difference of about 181 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Defender performs a bit better – up to 2078 L, which is about 323 L more than the Audi Q8.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Defender to a small extent takes the win – 819 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 154 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi Q8 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q8 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £75,800
Q8 @ Audi AG

Audi Q8

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 640 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 13.1 L
  • Electric Range : 82 - 83 km
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Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 wraps coupe-like flair around a burly SUV stance, serving up a cabin dressed in premium materials and smart tech that puts comfort and swagger front and center. It’s composed and comfortable on long runs yet happy to play when asked, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want head-turning looks without surrendering everyday practicality.

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Land Rover Defender

The Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
75800 - 135600 £
Price
57900 - 172000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 13.1 L
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
82 - 83 km
Electric Range
48 km
Battery Capacity
22 kWh
Battery Capacity
15.40 kWh
co2
30 - 297 g/km
co2
135 - 324 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 85 L
Fuel tank capacity
89 - 91 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 8
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
2175 - 2490 kg
Curb weight
2300 - 2745 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Length
4992 - 5022 mm
Length
4323 - 5358 mm
Width
1995 - 2007 mm
Width
2008 mm
Height
1697 - 1708 mm
Height
1967 - 1995 mm
Max trunk capacity
1755 L
Max trunk capacity
1263 - 2078 L
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
494 - 819 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
200 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 250 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
1997 - 5000 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Land Rover

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What drive types are available for the Audi Q8?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.