Audi RS Q8 vs Defender
Should you buy Audi RS Q8 or Defender? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Audi RS Q8 price starts at Rs 2.49 Cr ex-showroom for Performance (Petrol) and Defender price starts Rs 1.05 Cr ex-showroom for 2.0 l Petrol 110 X-Dynamic HSE (Petrol). RS Q8 has 3998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Defender has 5000 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the RS Q8 has a mileage of 9 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Defender has a mileage of 14.01 kmpl (Petrol top model).
RS Q8 Vs Defender
| Key Highlights | Audi RS Q8 | Defender |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.2,86,28,427* | Rs.3,20,74,114* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 3998 | 4367 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Audi RS Q8 vs Defender comparison
- VS
- Defender
- 3.0 l Diesel 90 X-Dynamic HSE (Diesel) 1.28 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 110 X-Dynamic HSE (Diesel) 1.35 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 110 Sedona Edition (Diesel) 1.42 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 110 X (Diesel) 1.45 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 130 X-Dynamic HSE (Diesel) 1.49 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 130 X (Diesel) 1.59 Cr*
- Top SellingLand Rover 2.0 l Petrol 110 X-Dynamic HSE (Petrol) 1.05 Cr*
- Land Rover 5.0 l V8 Petrol 110 X-Dynamic HSE (Petrol) 1.49 Cr*
- Land Rover 5.0 l V8 Petrol 90 X (Petrol) 1.52 Cr*
- Land Rover 5.0 l V8 Petrol 110 X (Petrol) 1.59 Cr*
- Land Rover 2.0 l Petrol 110 PHEV Sedona Red Edition (Petrol) 1.60 Cr*
- Land Rover 5.0 l V8 Petrol 130 X-Dynamic HSE (Petrol) 1.65 Cr*
- Land Rover 5.0 l V8 Petrol 130 X (Petrol) 1.75 Cr*
- Land Rover 5.0 l V8 Petrol 110 V8 (Petrol) 1.79 Cr*
- 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA (Petrol) 2.59 Cr*
- 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA Edition One (Petrol) 2.79 Cr*
Rs2.79 Cr *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.2,86,28,427* | Rs.3,20,74,114* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.5,44,907/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.6,10,504/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.9,89,427 | Rs.11,05,114 |
| User Rating | Based on 1 Review | Based on 274 Reviews |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines ✕ | V8 Engine | Twin Turbo mild-hybrid V8 |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 3998 | 4367 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. ✕ | 88 Cylinder Cars | 88 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better. ✕ | 632bhp | 626bhp |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 9 | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | - | 90 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | - | BS VI 2.0 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. ✕ | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Turning Radius (Metres) The smallest circular space that needs to make a 180-degree turn. It indicates its manoeuvrability, especially in tight spaces. ✕ | - | 6.42 |
| Front Brake Type Specifies the type of braking system used on the front wheels of the car, like disc or drum brakes. The type of brakes determines the stopping power. ✕ | - | Disc |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | - | 5018 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors ✕ | - | 2105 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces ✕ | - | 1967 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | - | 228 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | 4 Zone | 2 Zone |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror A mirror, usually located behind the passenger sun shade, used to check one's appearance. More expensive cars will have these on the driver's side and some cars even have this feature for rear seat passengers too. ✕ | - | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | - | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Daytona Grey Pearl Effect Mythos Black Metallic Waitomo Blue Metallic Ascari Blue Metallic Sakhir Gold Metallic +3 MoreRS Q8 Colours | Gondwana Stone Lantau Bronze Hakuba Silver Silicon Silver Tasman Blue +6 MoreDefender Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | - |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Touchscreen A touchscreen panel in the dashboard for controlling the car's features like music, navigation, and other car info.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car is cheaper between Audi RS Q8 and Defender?
A ) Audi RS Q8 price starts at ₹2.49 Cr & Defender price starts at ₹1.05 Cr in New Delhi. Defender is cheaper between these two cars.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi