Audi Q8 vs BMW X3

How does the Audi Q8 stack up against the BMW X3? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Audi Q8Audi Q8
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BMW X3BMW X3
SpecAudi Q8BMW X3
Horsepower (max)640 hp463 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.6 s4.6 s
Top speed305 km/h250 km/h
Variants36
Body stylePerformance SUV coupeMid-size SUV
Generation4M LCIG45
Production2024 – present2024 – present
Length5,012 mm4,755 mm
Width2,000 mm1,920 mm
Height1,675 mm1,660 mm
Wheelbase2,998 mm2,865 mm

Audi Q8 vs BMW X3: common questions

Is the Audi Q8 or BMW X3 faster?
The Audi Q8 is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.4s versus the BMW X3's 4.4s (0-100 km/h in 3.6s vs 4.6s).
Which has more horsepower, the Audi Q8 or the BMW X3?
The Audi Q8 makes more power: 640 hp (477 kW) versus 463 hp (345 kW) for the BMW X3.
Is the Audi Q8 or BMW X3 faster on top speed?
The Audi Q8 has the higher top speed at 190 mph (305 km/h), versus 155 mph (250 km/h) for the BMW X3.
What is the main difference between the Audi Q8 and the BMW X3?
The Audi Q8 is a performance suv coupe, while the BMW X3 is a mid-size suv. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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