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Audi Q8 vs Lexus RX - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (640 HP vs 371 HP), boot space and price (77300 £ vs 63300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Lexus RX?

Audi Q8

Lexus RX

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

Q8

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Lexus RX has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 63300 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14014 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus RX manages with 3.30 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Audi Q8 with 3.90 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q8 performs somewhat better – achieving up to 80 km, about 13 km more than the Lexus RX.

RX

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 has a decisively edge – offering 640 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 269 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.20 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q8 pulls noticeable stronger with 850 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 299 Nm difference.

Q8

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Lexus RX is minimal lighter – 2040 kg compared to 2175 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q8 offers noticeable more room – 605 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 144 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q8 hardly perceptible takes the win – 665 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 sits well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Audi Q8
Lexus RX

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from about £77,300
Q8

Audi Q8

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 640 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.9 - 13.1 L
  • Electric Range : 80 km

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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Lexus RX

The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.

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Audi Q8
Lexus RX

Costs and Consumption

Price
77300 - 137100 £
Price
63300 - 84700 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
67 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
75 - 182 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2175 - 2490 kg
Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
461 L
Length
-
Length
4890 mm
Width
1995 - 2007 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
-
Height
1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1678 L
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
575 - 620 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
551 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the Audi Q8?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.