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Audi A4 Limousine vs Audi A8 comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 91,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Limousine or Audi A8?

Audi A4 Limousine vs Audi A8: Key differences

Audi A4 Limousine

  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • slightly more trunk space

Audi A8

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  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

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

A4 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi A4 Limousine is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 55,543 £.

Both cars consume an average of 4.6 L/100km – no difference here.

A8

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A8 offers significantly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 306 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Audi A4 Limousine takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers significantly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.

A4 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Limousine is noticeably lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 490 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A4 Limousine offers slightly more boot space – 460 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries noticeably more – 700 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 stands well ahead of its rival 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
Audi A4 Limousine
Audi A8

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Audi A4 Limousine

The Audi A4 is a polished, grown-up sedan that blends restraint with a subtle dose of sportiness, making it an easy choice for commuters and company car buyers alike. Inside it's all refined materials and sensible design, while the driving experience balances comfort and composure — clever, competent and quietly smug in the best possible way.

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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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Audi A4 Limousine
Audi A8

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 46,600 £
Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
121 - 167 g/km
co2
105 - 260 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
390 L
Length
4,762 mm
Length
-
Width
1,847 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
1,428 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
490 - 540 kg
Payload
525 - 700 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 265 HP
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
270 - 400 Nm
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
100 - 195 kW
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Audi
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