Q8 e-tron vs Range Rover Sport
The Q8 e-tron and the Range Rover Sport are aimed squarely at each other: same class, different badges. On paper, these two are close. Only a handful of specs separate them by a margin you’d actually notice.
At a glance
- Engine & Performance Q8 e-tron wins
- Space & Practicality Tie
- Off-road & Towing Tie
- Engine & Performance4.8
- Engine & Performance2.9
Spec scores (0 to 10) are calculated from manufacturer specs against other models in the same class. See how the formula works. They are not reviews or user ratings.
Key Differences
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The Q8 e-tron has 121 lb-ft more torque
Big gap, real consequences. The Q8 e-tron’s 490 lb-ft versus the Range Rover Sport’s 369 lb-ft changes how the two compare in daily use. More torque means stronger pulling from low speeds, which you feel when accelerating from a stop or climbing grades.
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The Q8 e-tron has 47 hp more power
It’s a fine margin, and it favors the Q8 e-tron (402 hp versus 355 hp). Power is only part of the story; weight, gearing and torque delivery shape how quick a car feels.
Design & Size
Engine & Performance
Q8 e-tron leads
Here the Q8 e-tron opens up one of its biggest leads in the comparison. Choose the Q8 e-tron and you get 121 lb-ft more torque. The Q8 e-tron’s extra torque makes it more relaxed when fully loaded or towing. So if engine & performance tops your list, lean toward the Q8 e-tron.
Torque
Q8 e-tron: 490 lb-ft Range Rover Sport: 369 lb-ft Electrified powertrains deliver torque instantly, so compare torque figures alongside the powertrain type.
Total system output
Q8 e-tron: 402 hp Range Rover Sport: 355 hp More power helps with merging, overtaking and climbing hills, especially with passengers and luggage on board.
Space & Practicality
Too close to call
This area ends level; whatever separates these two, it isn’t space & practicality. Either car will serve you equally well on space & practicality.
Off-road & Towing
Too close to call
Neither pulls ahead on off-road & towing; the numbers are close throughout. The takeaway: off-road & towing is not where these two differ.
Safety & Tech
The safety & tech data here comes as names and types, not scores. Check the table to see what each one uses.
Full Specifications
Engine & Performance
| Spec | Q8 e-tron | Range Rover Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Electric | Gas (48V mild hybrid) |
| Engine | Dual electric motors | 3.0L turbo I6 |
| Total system output | 402 hp (winner) | 355 hp |
| Torque | 490 lb-ft (winner) | 369 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | AWD (quattro) | AWD (4WD) |
Fuel Economy & Range
| Spec | Q8 e-tron | Range Rover Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel economy (combined)EPA estimate where available | N/A (not specified) | 22 mpg |
| Fuel economy (city) | N/A (not specified) | 20 mpg |
| Fuel economy (highway) | N/A (not specified) | 25 mpg |
| Electric range | 272 mi Shortest electric range | N/A (not specified) |
Space & Practicality
| Spec | Q8 e-tron | Range Rover Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Off-road & Towing
| Spec | Q8 e-tron | Range Rover Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Max towing | N/A (not specified) | 7,716 lb |
| AWD / 4WD available | Yes | Yes |
Safety & Tech
| Spec | Q8 e-tron | Range Rover Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the Q8 e-tron if…
- you want more pulling power from low speeds (490 lb-ft vs 369 lb-ft of torque)
- you want more power (402 hp vs 355 hp)
- you’re loyal to Audi and happy with it
Choose the Range Rover Sport if…
- you trust Land Rover and want to keep things familiar
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Q8 e-tron or the Range Rover Sport?
On the specs compared here, the Q8 e-tron makes more sense for most buyers; the Range Rover Sport doesn’t win a single measurable area.
Executive Summary
I read both spec sheets (the Q8 e-tron’s and the Range Rover Sport’s) so you don’t have to. It’s hard to argue with 121 lb-ft more torque, which is exactly what the Q8 e-tron brings.
If you’d rather have strength in engine & performance, go with the Q8 e-tron. If the things a spec sheet can’t capture is what you’d miss, go with the Range Rover Sport.
My pick: the Q8 e-tron.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.