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Abarth 500 595 695 vs Audi A8 comparison

Compare performance (155 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 91,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Abarth 500 595 695 or Audi A8?

Abarth 500 595 695 vs Audi A8: Key differences

Abarth 500 595 695

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably lighter
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Audi A8

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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Abarth 500 595 695 is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 58,809 £.

As for electric range, the Abarth 500 595 695 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 265 km, about 207 km more than the Audi A8.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A8 offers clearly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 155 HP. That’s roughly 416 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Abarth 500 595 695 takes 7 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 565 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Audi A8 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Abarth 500 595 695 is considerably lighter – 1,410 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 625 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A8 offers significantly more boot space – 390 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries clearly more – 700 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 315 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 has only a minor advantage in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £91,400
A8

Audi A8

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 58 km
Abarth 500 595 695
Audi A8

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Abarth 500 595 695

The Abarth 500, particularly in its 595 and 695 renditions, captures the spirit of Italian motoring with its compact yet aggressive design. Known for its lively performance and distinctive styling, this little powerhouse is a joy to drive, offering an engaging experience that appeals to enthusiasts. With its rich motorsport heritage, the Abarth 500 embodies the essence of fun and excitement on both the streets and the race track.

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Audi A8

The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.

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Abarth 500 595 695
Audi A8

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,600 - 38,600 £
Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.1 - 18.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
242 - 265 km
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
105 - 260 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,410 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Trunk capacity
185 L
Trunk capacity
390 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,682 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
370 - 385 kg
Payload
525 - 700 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
155 HP
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
235 Nm
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
114 kW
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
Brand
Abarth
Brand
Audi
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