Comparison - Land Rover Defender 90 V8 2022 - vs - Audi RS Q3 2020

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Average Price: 
$
102,200
Updated: 
25 Feb 2021
$
57,600
Updated: 
05 Jul 2020
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2022
2020
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
7-speed dual-clutch
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
2
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
23.40gals
16.60gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Carpathian Grey Premium Metallic
#3C3E44
Santorini Black Metallic
#12140F
Yulong White Metallic
#D2D4D8
Color: 
Nardo grey
#625E6F
Pulse orange
#D5484A
Turbo blue
#0C81DC
Kyalami green
#007544
Glacier white, metallic
#EAEAEC
Tango red, metallic
#8F1828
Mythos black, metallic
#000000
Daytona grey, pearl effect
#38414F

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Pros
Strong off-road capabilities
Wealth of customization options
High-tech safety and off-road features
Smooth ride for an off-road-oriented SUV

Cons
Options can get pricey
Cargo door is heavy and opens toward the curb

By: 
edmunds.com

Pros
Modern design looks cool
Awesome off-road capabilities
Lots of personalisation options

Cons
A Discovery is better at seating seven
Top models are Range Rover money
Land Rover's poor reliability record

By: 
carwow.co.uk

Land Rover is introducing a V-8 engine into the Defender lineup for 2022: the 518-hp Supercharged 5.0-liter V-8 that's found in the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport models. The V-8 will be available on both the two-door 90 and four-door 110 models; a high-end Carpathian Edition model will also sport the V-8 engine.

Pros
Ultra-capable off-road,
surprisingly refined on-road,
well-equipped interior.

Cons
Disappointing fuel economy,
desirable features carry high price tags,
six-cylinder isn't as quick as we'd hoped.

By: 
caranddriver.com

A unique turbocharged five-cylinder engine with nearly 400 horses makes the redesigned-for-2020 RS Q3 an exotic performance SUV that we can't buy.

Pros
Gutsy power delivery,
quirky five-cylinder sound,
impressively neutral handling for an SUV.

Cons
The U.S. still can't have it,
AMG and Porsche both offer more power in their competitors.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The RS Q3 might be exceedingly fast in a straight line, but it just isn’t that much fun. Numb steering and a tendency to wash wide at the front count against it, while many will find its ride a bit too firm for their liking. For this money, the Porsche Macan S feels plusher and is more enjoyable to drive, even if it isn’t as fast.

Pros
Fast
Well-equipped
Sounds good

Cons
Stiff ride
Not that much fun
Interior doesn’t feel that luxurious for a £50k SUV

By: 
whatcar.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
15.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
19.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
32
20
Cylinders: 
8
V
5
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
5.00L
Torque: 
461ft-lbs
at 2 500rpm
354ft-lbs
at 5 850rpm
Horsepower: 
518hp
at 6 000rpm
400hp
at 7 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
37.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
no
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
yes
no
Side view Camera: 
yes
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Audio and cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Adaptive Cruise Control
Keyless Ignition
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Simulated Suede Steering Wheel
front and rear sensors
Privacy glass – dark tinted rear and rear side windows
360 degree cameras
Progressive steering

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
180.40in
177.40in
Width: 
79.10in
79.60in
Height: 
77.50in
61.20in
Ground Clearance: 
8.60in
Front Track: 
62.50in
Rear Track: 
62.30in
Wheel Base: 
101.90in
105.50in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.60
41.40
Rear Head Room: 
38.60
38.40
Front Leg Room: 
39.10in
Rear leg room: 
36.60in
Front Hip Room: 
56.60in
Front Shoulder Room: 
60.80in
59.30in
Rear Hip Room: 
55.10in
Rear Shoulder room: 
56.40in
57.70in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
58.30cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
8201lbs
1653lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
15.60cu.ft
18.70cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
30.10degrees
Angle of Departure: 
37.60degrees
Curb Weight: 
5445.00lbs
3780.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
no
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors
power steering
Privacy glass
Electric rear tailgate

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
10 -Way Power Driver Seat
10 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Bucket Front Seats
Driver Cooled Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Passenger Cooled Seat
Premium Leather/Sueded Microfiber
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Electric seats for driver and front passenger including adjustment of seat height, fore/aft position, seat angle and backrest angle
4-way electric lumbar support
RS sport seats at front with integrated head restraints in fine Nappa leather with honeycomb stitching
RS embossing; upper sections of the seat side bolsters in Alcantara
Interior elements in black Alcantara – trim on the decorative surface of the dashboard, and on the door armrests
Heated front seats; adjustable in three stages
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Folding center armrest
Rear seat bench with adjustable length and backrest angle
40:20:40 split folding and rear centre armrest with cup holder

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
RS sport suspension - electronically controlled adaption of the dampers to different driving situations; dynamic or comfortoriented characteristics can be changed via the Audi drive select system

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
no
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control
3-zone climate control – separately adjustable temperature and air distribution settings for front left and right-hand sides and rear
Auto dimming interior mirror, frameless
Aluminium look in the interior – mirror adjustment switch, on the window control switches, the control buttons for the parking brake and on door strips

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
1 Subwoofer(S)
15 Total Speakers
700 Watts Stereo Output
Meridian Premium Brand Speakers
USB Connection
Auxiliary Audio Input
Online traffic information with hazard alert
Destination entry via myAudi or Google Maps
Wi-Fi hotspot
Google services
Audi virtual cockpit plus – fully digital configurable instrument cluster with 12.3 inch high resolution colour display. Featuring RS-specific design and RS menu with power/torque display, G meter and lap timer
Audi smartphone interface – connects to Apply CarPlay and Anrdoid Auto via USB to access approved apps via the MMI interface; includes wireless Apple CarPlay
Audi music interface – 2 USB interfaces (1 USB type A and 1 USB type C interface) in front with charging and data transfer functionality. Also includes 2 USB interfaces (type C) in the rear with charging function
Bang & Olufsen 3D Sound System – surround sound reproduction via 15 high-performance loudspeakers including subwoofer; 16-channel amplifier with a total output of 680 watts

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Headlight washer system
Dynamic indicators at front and rear, turning light, all-weather light, manoeuvring light, motorway light and automatic-dynamic headlight range control
Roof rails in black
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
22 In.
21"
Wheels more: 
All Season Tires
Fullsize Matching Spare Tire
Outside Rear Mounted Spare Tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Diameter: 
R22
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
35
Diameter: 
R21

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Front And Rear Head Airbags
Emergency Braking Preparation
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Self-Leveling Headlights
4-Wheel ABS
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Seat belt reminders for all passengers
Seat belts with pre-tensioners at front and outer rear
ABS, ASR, EDL and Brake Assist
Electromechanical parking brake
Hill hold assist
Hill descent control
Lane departure warning – with lane keeping assist
Lane change warning – warns the driver of a potential hazard when changing lanes
multifunction camera

Options

Packages: 
Appearance Pack
Basic Interior Protection & Storage Pack
Premium Interior Protection & Storage Pack
Smoker's Package
Emergency Pack
Basic Rear Seat Convenience Pack
Exterior Protection Pack
Extended Black Exterior Pack
Exterior Options: 
Undershield
22" 5 Spoke 'Style 5098' Wheels W/Gloss Black Finish
Locking Wheel Nuts
Signature Graphic
Off-Road Tires
Front Expedition System W/Undershield
Front Undershield
Wheel Arch Extensions
A' Frame Protection Bar
Checker Body Protection
20" 5 Spoke 'Style 5098' Wheels W/Satin Dark Grey Finish
Raised Air Intake
Matte Black Hood Decal
Interior Options: 
Wi-Fi Enabled W/Data Plan
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