Audi Q8 vs Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Audi Q8 starts from $143,415 before on-road costs, while the Jeep Grand Cherokee opens at $129,950. That makes the Jeep Grand Cherokee the more affordable entry point by $13,465.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $157,757 and $142,945 respectively.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Audi Q8, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Jeep Grand Cherokee by roughly $9,350 in fuel alone.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Audi Q8 features a 10.1-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Jeep Grand Cherokee gets a 10.1-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q8 stands out with head-up display, wireless charging and Bang & Olufsen audio that you will not find on the Jeep Grand Cherokee. The Jeep Grand Cherokee counters with McIntosh audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Audi Q8 gets leather upholstery while the Jeep Grand Cherokee offers palermo leather-trimmed. Climate control is 3-zone in the Audi Q8 and 4-zone in the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

The Audi Q8 uses a Diesel MHEV producing 210kW and 600Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.1 seconds.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee responds with a Petrol I4 Turbo + PHEV making 280kW and 400Nm, paired to a 8-speed automatic w/ paddle shifters driving all four wheels.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee has the clear power advantage at 280kW vs 210kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Audi Q8 measures 5,006mm long on a 2,995mm wheelbase, 92mm longer than the Jeep Grand Cherokee at 4,914mm (2,964mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Audi Q8 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 605L in the Audi Q8 and 1067L in the Jeep Grand Cherokee, giving the Jeep Grand Cherokee a 462L advantage.

For towing, the Audi Q8 leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 2,722kg. That 778kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,024/year for the Audi Q8 and $154/year for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. That is a $1,870 annual difference in favour of the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Estimated annual total: $2,024 (Audi Q8) vs $154 (Jeep Grand Cherokee). The Jeep Grand Cherokee saves you roughly $1,870 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Audi Q8) vs 5 years / 100,000km (Jeep Grand Cherokee). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Jeep Grand Cherokee).