2026 Audi Q7 vs. Q8 SUV Comparison | Audi Hoffman Estates

2024 Audi Q7 vs. Q8 SUV Comparison | Audi Hoffman EstatesWhen you’re certain a luxury Audi SUV offers all the right indulgences for your daily drive, but you can’t decide between a two- or three-row configuration, the 2024 Audi Q7 and 2024 Audi Q8 are excellent choices. Each comes equipped with stately cabin amenities and a host of digital innovations to provide you with the utmost confidence, taking your driving experience to a whole new level. Find out more with this comprehensive 2024 Audi Q7 vs. Q8 comparison composed by the luxury car professionals at Audi Hoffman Estates. For additional information, visit our Audi Q7 review and Audi Q8 review. 
Explore our new Audi Q7 inventory for your ideal trim, or view our new Audi Q8 inventory if that model is more to your liking. Don’t forget to browse our Audi offers to secure an attractive rate on either SUV. Test drive your preferred luxury vehicle at our Audi dealer in Hoffman Estates, IL, and view our convenient hours and directions. If you have questions, contact us online or call us at (888) 698-1441.HighlightsWhile the 2024 Audi Q7 and 2024 Audi Q8 offer similar features, they also have many unique differences. Whether you prioritize space, performance, efficiency, or capability, each luxury SUV delivers an outstanding experience in all categories. See the accompanying chart for a comparison of model highlights. 
2024 Audi Q7Model2024 Audi Q82.0L TFSI® four-cylinderBase Engine3.0L TFSI® six-cylinder4,400 lbs.Max. Towing7,700 lbs.19 / 25MPG (City/Hwy)17 / 23SevenSeating CapacityFive69.6 cu.-ft.Max. Cargo Volume60.7 cu.-ft.Engine Features & Specs AvailableThe 2024 Audi Q7 and 2024 Audi Q8 boast remarkable performance and precision for your driving needs. While the Q7 comes standard with a 2.0L TFSI® four-cylinder engine, they share a 3.0L TFSI® six-cylinder engine option, which comes standard on the Q8. An eight-speed Tiptronic® automatic transmission and quattro® all-wheel drive (AWD) are standard on both models. Additionally, either can tow up to 7,700 pounds when equipped with the 3.0L engine, tow hitch receiver, and seven-pin connector. See the accompanying chart for a comparison of engine specifications.  
Model2024 Audi Q72024 Audi Q8Engine2.0L TFSI® four-cylinder3.0L TFSI® six-cylinder3.0L TFSI® six-cylinderHorsepower261 HP335 HP335 HPTorque273 lb.-ft.369 lb.-ft.369 lb.-ft.TransmissionEight-speed Tiptronic® automaticDrivetrainquattro® AWDMPG (city / hwy)19 / 2519 / 2417 / 23Max. Towing4,400 lbs.7,700 lbs.7,700 lbs.Interior Features OfferedSophisticated amenities within the 2024 Audi Q7 and 2024 Audi Q8 are designed to enhance every journey. The three-row Q7 seats seven, while the two-row Q8 seats five. Sumptuous leather seat upholstery on either SUV puts everyone in the lap of luxury. Each model also offers heat, ventilation, and massage functionalities for front-seat passengers and heated seats for rear passengers. The Audi Q7 takes comfort a step further with available rear door and tailgate window sunshades.
Both Audi SUVs are built to accommodate your essentials with versatile seat configurations. Fold the rear seats in each SUV to expand the cabin to fit up to 69.6 cubic feet of cargo in the 2024 Q7 and up to 60.7 cubic feet in the 2024 Q8. For a deeper look at each model’s cabin amenities, visit our current Q7 interior overview and Q8 interior overview pages.
Shared available interior features include:
Three- or four-zone automatic climate controlHeated and ventilated front seatsHeated rear seatsLeather seating surfacesContour/Ambient LED interior lighting package - multicolorAuto-dimming rearview mirror with digital compass and Integrated Toll Module®Technology & Safety Features AvailableDiscover a new era of technology in the 2024 Audi Q7 and 2024 Audi Q8. Wireless smartphone integration and charging in either model keep things organized. Additionally, each SUV offers a 12.3-inch Audi virtual cockpit plus display to easily access important driving and navigation info. The available Bang & Olufsen 3D Premium Sound system provides an immersive listening experience for you and your passengers.
Shared available technology features include:
12.3-in. Audi virtual cockpit plus displayAudi smartphone interfaceWireless Apple CarPlay® and wired Google™ Android Auto™ integrationWireless phone chargerAudi sound system or Bang & Olufsen® Premium Sound system with 3D sound
Enhance your confidence during your daily drives with the many driver assistance features of the 2024 Q7 or 2024 Q8. Standard features such as a rearview camera and Audi pre sense® provide additional awareness on the road. You can also include the top view camera system for complete 360-degree visibility and utilize the remote parking system for effortless maneuvering in narrow spaces. Each model offers adaptive cruise assist with lane guidance for a more streamlined commute.
Shared available safety features include:
Audi pre sense® frontParking system plus Rearview or top view camera systemAudi adaptive cruise assist with traffic jam assistHead-up displayModels Offered in Hoffman EstatesThe 2024 Audi Q7 and 2024 Audi Q8 each offer Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige trim options. You can find both SUVs at our luxury Audi dealership in Hoffman Estates, IL. Want to inspect each model more closely? Visit our Audi Q7 trims guide and Audi Q8 trims guide for a look at standard features.

2023 Audi Q7 vs. 2023 Audi Q8 Comparison | Interior, Specs, & Features
Whether you’re looking for more passenger volume or have a preference for a particular Audi SUV design style, the 2023 Audi Q7 and 2023 Audi Q8 are handsome luxury SUVs that each have a lot to offer. Which one is right for you? The team at Audi Hoffman Estates in Hoffman Estates, IL, put together this side-by-side comparison to help you learn more about each model and what makes them unique or perfect for you and your family. 
Compare the similarities and differences across key areas, then seek out more model information on our 2023 Q7 and 2023 Q8 model review pages. If you’re ready to move forward, search our Q7 inventory or Q8 inventory to locate the vehicle you prefer and contact us at (847) 843-9900 to schedule a test drive appointment.
Are you planning to lease or finance a new Q7 or Q8? Take a look at our current finance and lease offers for an exceptional opportunity.  2023 Audi Q7 vs. Q8 Interior FeaturesSeating capacity is the primary differentiator between the three-row 2023 Audi Q7 and two-row 2023 Audi Q8. The Q7 seats up to seven people, while the Q8 accommodates five. Both models offer the epitome of luxurious comfort, which includes impressive technologies that help deliver a high level of personalization and riding enjoyment. 
Among the interior features the Q7 and Q8 share:
Power panoramic sunroofPower soft-closing doorsPower tailgate with hands-free releaseHeated front and rear seatsFront seats with ventilationLeather seating materialsHeated, leather-wrapped, three-spoke multifunction steering wheel with shift paddles and power tilt and telescopic adjustabilityFour-zone climate controlAudi virtual cockpit plus Auto-dimming interior rear view mirror with digital compass and Integrated Toll Module®Ten-speaker Audi sound system or a Bang & Olufsen® 3D sound system with 17 speakers (up to 23 speakers in the Q8)MMI® Navigation plus with MMI® touch responseAudi phone box with signal booster and wireless chargerAudi smartphone interfaceSiriusXM® Satellite Radio Bluetooth® LED interior lighting 
Unique to the 2023 Audi Q7 is Valcona/Cricket leather seating material, individual contour heated front seats with massage, and a Dinamica® headliner when you add the luxury package. The Q7 also features high-gloss Gray oak wood inlays. Unique to the 2023 Audi Q8 are Fine Grain Ash natural brown wood inlays. Dimensions & Cargo SpaceEnjoy 14.2 cubic feet of space behind the third row of the 2023 Q7, and up to 69.6 cubic feet when you fold the second and third row seats down. In comparison, find 30.5 cubic feet behind the rear seat of the 2023 Q8 and take advantage of up to 60.7 cubic feet when you fold the rear seats down. Front legroom is roomy and nearly identical in both SUVs ― 41.7 inches in the front seat of the Q7 and 41.6 inches in the Q8 (40.2 inches of legroom in the rear seat).
Split tumble-folding second-row seat backs in the Q7 can be folded up and away from their normal positioning (separate sliding and reclining capabilities, too), while sliding rear seats with a reclining feature on the Q8 offer both cargo expandability and restful comfort. The third-row seat in the 2023 Q7 offers power fold capabilities. Engine Specs & Fuel EconomyChoose between a four-cylinder or six-cylinder turbocharged engine on the three-row 2023 Q7 Premium and Premium Plus trims ― the top-level Prestige trim comes equipped with the V6.  
All trims on the 2023 Q8 come equipped with a powerful, twin-scroll turbocharged six-cylinder engine that is designed to produce more low-end torque and less turbo lag, so you can enjoy a relaxed driving experience.
Both engines pair with an eight-speed Tiptronic® automatic transmission and the quattro® all-wheel drive (AWD) system.
2023 Audi Q7Model2023 Audi Q82.0L turbocharged I43.0L turbocharged V6Engine3.0L twin-scroll turbocharged V6261 HP335 HPHorsepower335 HP273 lb.-ft.369 lb.-ft.Torque369 lb.-ft.19 city/25 hwy18 city/22 hwyFuel Economy (MPG)18 city/23 hwy
2023 Audi Q7 vs. Q8 Towing CapacityBoth the 2023 Audi Q7 and 2023 Audi Q8 can tow up to a maximum of 7,700 pounds, when properly equipped. Exterior Colors Offered2023 Audi Q7Satellite Silver metallicGlacier White metallicCarrara WhiteMythos Black metallicNavarra Blue metallicVicuna Beige metallicSamurai Gray metallicTamarind Brown metallicWaltomo Blue metallic
2023 Audi Q8Navarra Blue metallicDragon Orange metallicWaltomo Blue metallicGlacier White metallicSatellite Silver metallicMythos Black metallicDaytona Gray pearlVicuna Beige metallicSamurai Gray metallicCarrara White Safety Features & TechnologyBoth models feature Audi adaptive cruise assist with either lane guidance assist (Q8 Premium) or Traffic Jam assist (all Q7 trims plus Q8 Prestige). This advanced system monitors your surrounding environment by using a camera, laser scanner, radar, and ultrasonic sensors to aid you when you’re driving on the highway. A top view camera system leverages four cameras to provide a 360-degree, bird’s eye view of the area surrounding your parked vehicle, so you can be aware of any obstacles or hazards before driving away.
Other safety features and advanced tech the Q7 and Q8 share include:
Advanced airbag systemsLATCH child rear seat mounting systemAudi drive selectElectromechanical progressive or power steering Audi advanced key Head-up displayAudi pre sense® front, basic, and rearRear view cameraLane departure warningParking system plusTraffic sign recognition Audi side assist with rear cross traffic assist Audi active lane assist with emergency assistDirect tire pressure monitoring system 2023 Audi Q7 vs. Q8 PriceThe three-row 2023 Audi Q7 has a starting MSRP of $59,200, while the two-row 2023 Audi Q8 starts at $72,800 MSRP.

2022 Audi Q7 vs. Q8 | Hoffman Estates, IL
Stylishly sporty and incredibly accommodating, the 2022 Q7 and 2022 Q8 deliver a superb driving experience while also providing you and your family with upscale utility. Welcome to luxury-class, Audi style.
Which model is perfect for you? Take a look at this side-by-side comparison to learn more about what the Q7 and Q8 offer, then search our new inventory and contact us at (888) 698-1441 or via text or chat if you’d like to schedule a test drive appointment with your preferred model and trim. For information on model features, visit our 2022 Q7 trims or 2022 Q8 trims pages.
The 2022 Audi Q7 has a starting MSRP of $56,900. Starting MSRP for the 2022 Audi Q8 is $70,300. 2022 Audi Q7 vs. Q8 Exterior DesignThe largest SUV in the 2022 Audi SUV lineup, the three-row Audi Q7 offers versatile seating for up to seven people. If you don’t need three rows but want spacious two-row comfort, the Audi Q8 might be the ideal choice.
Exterior styling on the 2022 Audi Q7 turns this full-sized SUV into a handsome, sleek-looking transporter. With defining lines and distinctive windows and roof line, the Q7 proudly commands the road with refined confidence. Key features include unique wheel designs, chrome details, and distinctive lighting such as the available HD Matrix-design LED headlights with Audi laser light.
The Q8 expresses a sense of elegant sportiness, with distinctive wheel designs, vibrant exterior colors, commanding front grille, and sweeping lines and side panel grooves for a distinctly modern appeal. 2022 Audi Q7 vs. Q8 Interior Design & TechnologyEnjoy premium-level comfort and convenience inside both the 2022 Audi Q7 and 2022 Audi Q8.Both SUVs feature leather seating surfaces, heated front seats, an ambient interior lighting package, power panoramic sunroof, power tailgate, three-zone automatic climate control, and power soft-closing doors (on higher level trims).
The Q7 also features a heated steering wheel, while the Q8 also includes a leather dashboard with contrast stitching, sliding rear seats with 40/20/40 split folding seatbacks and adjustable recline, and a four-zone climate control system on the top trim.
Among the technology features the Q7 and Q8 share:
Auto-dimming interior rear view mirror with digital compass and Integrated Toll Module®MMI® Navigation plus with MMI® touch responseBluetooth® wireless technology preparationBang & Olufsen® 3D premium sound system on higher level trims
You’ll find the Audi virtual cockpit in the 2022 Q7 and the Audi virtual cockpit plus in the 2022 Q8. The Q8 also features Audi connect® PRIME and Audi connect PLUS online services (trial) and SiriusXM® All Access (trial). 2022 Audi Q7 vs. Q8 Engine Specs & Fuel EconomyResponsive, powerful performance is yours with both the 2022 Audi Q7 and 2022 Audi Q8. Each model pairs its engine offerings with an eight-speed Tiptronic® automatic transmission and quattro® all-wheel drive to produce an exceptionally smooth ride with impressive acceleration and handling.
ModelEngine Specs2022 Audi Q7
2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder 248 HP273 lb.-ft. of torque4,400 lb. towing capacity20 city/25 hwy MPGStandard on Premium and Premium Plus 3.0L turbocharged six-cylinder with MHEV technology with recuperation335 HP369 lb.-ft. of torque7,700 lb. towing capacity18 city/23 hwy MPGStandard on Prestige, available on Premium and Premium Plus2022 Audi Q8

3.0L turbocharged six-cylinder with MHEV technology with recuperation335 HP369 lb.ft. of torque7,700 lb. towing capacity18 city/23 hwy MPG
2022 Audi Q7 vs. Q8 Size & Cargo SpaceThe three-row, seven-passenger 2022 Q7 features 14.2 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seat, 35.7 cubic feet when the third-row seat is folded down, and a generous 69.6 cubic feet when you fold both the second- and third-row seats down.
Equipped with two rows yet equally spacious when it comes to cargo volume, take advantage of this 2022 Q8 SUV’s 30.5 cubic feet of space behind the rear seat and 60.7 cubic feet when you fold the rear seat down. 2022 Audi Q7 vs. Q8 Safety Options & FeaturesBoth the 2022 Audi Q7 and 2022 Audi Q8 feature these advanced safety features and driver assist technologies:
High beam assistAudi pre sense® front, basic, and rearAudi drive selectLane departure warningChild LATCH systemAdaptive cruise assist with Traffic Jam assistAudi side assist with rear cross traffic assistHead-up displayTop view camera system with Virtual 360 viewParking system plus