Performance, power and 0-100 km/h
2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 3.6 seconds, compared with 4.1 seconds for 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI. 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard has the higher listed output at 600 hp; 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI is rated at 507 hp, a difference of 93 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard at 878 Nm and 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI at 770 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.
Range, battery, charging and efficiency
Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.
Dimensions, cargo space and towing
2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 605 litres versus 498 litres, a difference of 107 litres. 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI carries the higher towing rating at 3,500 kg, while 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard is listed at 3,175 kg. 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard is 34 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.
Price and overall assessment
2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard has the lower listed starting price at $75,900, compared with $97,900 for 2025 Audi Q8 SQ8 TFSI. 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.