Audi SQ8 vs BMW I7

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Audi SQ8
Audi SQ8

2025 price

BMW I7
BMW I7

2024 price

Summary

2025 Audi SQ8
2024 BMW I7
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Twin Turbo V8, 4.0L

Not Applicable, 0.0L
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded Petrol

Electric
Fuel Efficiency
11.9L/100km (combined)

0.0L/100km (combined)
Seating
5

5
Dislikes
  • Never hits any thrilling notes
  • Technology is harder than it needs to be
  • Internal storage could be better

  • Door release button can be accidentally bumped
  • Synthesized motor sounds and boost countdown
  • Illuminated crystal-effect dashboard trim
2025 Audi SQ8 Summary

The Audi SQ8 has had a mid-life refresh but this upper large SUV still offers luxury with its powerful V8 engine that fans know and love, as well as the features you would expect in a top model.

It competes against the Mercedes-AMG GLE and Porsche Cayenne but we’re family testing the SQ8 to see how it handles domestic life.

Keep reading to see what we’ve discovered.

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2024 BMW I7 Summary

It was always going to happen - an electric version of the BMW 7-Series - but how well does the i7 handle the limousine fundamentals - comfort, power, room and style?

Well, luxury transport has been missing one major component all these years and the i7 has it.

Let me explain...

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