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Audi A8 vs BMW 7 Series comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 102,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or BMW 7 Series?

Audi A8 vs BMW 7 Series: Key differences

Audi A8

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  • moderately cheaper
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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BMW 7 Series

  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • markedly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A8

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi A8 is moderately cheaper – starting at 91,400 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,400 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 7 Series uses 3.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Audi A8 with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW 7 Series offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 80 km, about 22 km more than the Audi A8.

7 Series

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.

Both models deliver identical power – 571 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BMW 7 Series takes 4.3 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 800 Nm.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A8 is slightly lighter – 2,035 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 220 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers markedly more boot space – 540 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries only slightly more – 700 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 7 Series stands out in the key areas 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 £102,800
7 Series

BMW 7 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 300 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 80 km
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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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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
102,800 - 127,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
80 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
17.6 kWh
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
74 - 160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
65 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Length
-
Length
5,391 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Height
-
Height
1,544 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
605 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
What drive types are available for the Audi A8?

The Audi A8 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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