Compare performance (630 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (55,000 £ vs 91,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or Audi A8?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Audi A7 is clearly cheaper – starting at 55,000 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,343 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A7 uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Audi A8 with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi A7 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 68 km, about 10 km more than the Audi A8.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi A7 offers marginally more power – delivering 630 HP compared to 571 HP. That’s roughly 59 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Audi A8 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A7 delivers barely more torque with 850 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.
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, Audi A7 is somewhat lighter – 1,770 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 265 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi A7 offers visibly more boot space – 535 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 145 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries slightly more – 700 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.
The Audi A7 holds a decisive overall lead 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.
The Audi A7 wraps elegant fastback lines around a sumptuous, tech-packed cabin that turns everyday drives into something a bit more special. It strikes a polished balance between relaxed comfort and engaging poise, so you’ll enjoy long cruises and spirited backroad runs while arriving in unmistakable style.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
55,000 - 117,900 £
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Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
67 - 68 km
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Electric Range
58 km
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Battery Capacity
14.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
28 - 276 g/km
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co2
105 - 260 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 73 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,770 - 2,150 kg
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Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Length
4,969 - 5,009 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,908 - 1,950 mm
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Width
1,945 mm
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Height
1,422 - 1,424 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,235 - 1,390 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
510 - 600 kg
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Payload
525 - 700 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 630 HP
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Power HP
286 - 571 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
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Max Speed
245 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
370 - 850 Nm
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
150 - 463 kW
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 3,996 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Audi
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