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Audi A8 vs Bentley Flying Spur - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (571 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (91400 £ vs 180900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Bentley Flying Spur?

Audi A8

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Bentley Flying Spur

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

A8

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi A8 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 91400 £ , while the Bentley Flying Spur costs 180900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 89486 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Bentley Flying Spur manages with 3.30 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Audi A8 with 4.60 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Audi A8 performs noticeable better – achieving up to 58 km, about 17 km more than the Bentley Flying Spur.

Flying Spur

Engine and Performance:

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 A8 has a slight edge – offering 571 HP compared to 550 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Bentley Flying Spur takes 4.10 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Bentley Flying Spur performs distinct better – reaching 318 km/h, while the Audi A8 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 68 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A8 pulls minimal stronger with 800 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Audi A8 offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Audi A8 is somewhat lighter – 2035 kg compared to 2330 kg. The difference is around 295 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A8 offers somewhat more room – 505 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A8 barely noticeable takes the win – 700 kg compared to 650 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 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.

Audi A8
Bentley Flying Spur

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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
  • Electric Range : 58 km

Audi A8

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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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Bentley Flying Spur

The Bentley Flying Spur wraps landmark luxury and bespoke British craft into a sedan that feels like a private members' club you can park in your driveway. It delivers chauffeur-grade comfort wrapped in driver-focused poise, turning an ordinary commute into a memorably grand arrival.

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Audi A8
Bentley Flying Spur

Costs and Consumption

Price
91400 - 134900 £
Price
180900 - 186300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 12.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
41 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
18 kWh
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
75 - 288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2035 - 2415 kg
Curb weight
2330 - 2505 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
420 L
Length
5190 - 5320 mm
Length
5316 mm
Width
1945 mm
Width
2013 mm
Height
1473 - 1488 mm
Height
1483 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
525 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
544 - 550 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 4.3 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
285 - 318 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
750 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
400 - 404 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
2894 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2021 - 2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Bentley
Is the Audi A8 offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi A8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.