2024 Audi Q8 vs. 2024 Ford Expedition Max Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi Q8

2024 Audi
Q8

MSRP*: $73,700
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2024 Ford
Expedition Max

MSRP*: $58,555 to $86,695
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MPG - City 17 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 23 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 60.7 ft3 121.4 ft3
Engine
  • 335-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 380-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 440-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 335 hp 380 - 400 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 6,000 - 6,300 lbs
Exterior Length 196.6 in 221.9 in
Exterior Width 78.5 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 40.2 in
Front 43.9 in
Rear 41.5 in
Head Room Front 37.1 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 40.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Expedition Max than in the Audi Q8, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Ford Expedition Max will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Audi Q8.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Audi Q8 or the Ford Expedition Max, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Audi Q8 is a little narrower than the Ford Expedition Max, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. If you go with the Audi Q8, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Ford Expedition Max.

Handling
The Audi Q8 has the same turning radius as the Ford Expedition Max, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Audi Q8 has a little less horsepower than the Ford Expedition Max.

Powertrain
The Audi Q8 has much lower torque than the Ford Expedition Max, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the Audi Q8 seats a lot fewer people than the Ford Expedition Max. The Audi Q8 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Ford Expedition Max.