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Audi Q8 vs Toyota Land Cruiser – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi Q8 or Toyota Land Cruiser fits your lifestyle better.

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

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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.

Toyota Land Cruiser has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 70700 £, while the Audi Q8 costs 75800 £. That’s a price difference of around 5066 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q8 manages with 1.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Toyota Land Cruiser with 10.60 L. The difference is about 9.30 L per 100 km.

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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 clearly edge – offering 640 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 435 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Toyota Land Cruiser takes 12.30 s. That’s about 8.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q8 performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Land Cruiser tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q8 pulls decisively stronger with 850 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Toyota Land Cruiser offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Audi Q8 is slightly lighter – 2175 kg compared to 2610 kg. The difference is around 435 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Land Cruiser offers somewhat more room – 742 L compared to 605 L. That’s a difference of about 137 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Land Cruiser performs slight better – up to 1895 L, which is about 140 L more than the Audi Q8.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q8 slightly takes the win – 665 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi Q8 shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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Toyota Land Cruiser

The Toyota Land Cruiser is renowned for its robust durability and exceptional off-road capabilities. Its design combines a rugged exterior with a comfortable and functional interior, appealing to both adventure seekers and city drivers. The vehicle's reliability and advanced technology make it a popular choice for those who require a dependable SUV that can handle a variety of terrains with ease.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
75800 - 135600 £
Price
70700 - 79300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 13.1 L
Consumption L/100km
10.6 - 10.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
82 - 83 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
22 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
30 - 297 g/km
co2
278 - 284 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 85 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2175 - 2490 kg
Curb weight
2610 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
143 - 742 L
Length
4992 - 5022 mm
Length
4925 mm
Width
1995 - 2007 mm
Width
1980 mm
Height
1697 - 1708 mm
Height
1935 mm
Max trunk capacity
1755 L
Max trunk capacity
1829 - 1895 L
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
540 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
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
205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.30 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
151 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
2755 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Toyota

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What drive types are available for the Audi Q8?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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