Audi Q8 vs BMW X5

How does the Audi Q8 stack up against the BMW X5? 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 X5BMW X5
SpecAudi Q8BMW X5
Horsepower (max)640 hp617 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.6 s3.8 s
Top speed305 km/h290 km/h
Variants37
Body stylePerformance SUV coupeLarge SUV
Generation4M LCIG65
Production2024 – present2026 – present
Length5,012 mm4,994 mm
Width2,000 mm2,000 mm
Height1,675 mm1,751 mm
Wheelbase2,998 mm3,035 mm

Audi Q8 vs BMW X5: common questions

Is the Audi Q8 or BMW X5 faster?
The Audi Q8 is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.4s versus the BMW X5's 3.6s (0-100 km/h in 3.6s vs 3.8s).
Which has more horsepower, the Audi Q8 or the BMW X5?
The Audi Q8 makes more power: 640 hp (477 kW) versus 617 hp (460 kW) for the BMW X5.
Is the Audi Q8 or BMW X5 faster on top speed?
The Audi Q8 has the higher top speed at 190 mph (305 km/h), versus 180 mph (290 km/h) for the BMW X5.
What is the main difference between the Audi Q8 and the BMW X5?
The Audi Q8 is a performance suv coupe, while the BMW X5 is a large suv. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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