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Audi A8 vs BMW 8 Series Coupé - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (571 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (91400 £ vs 90000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or BMW 8 Series Coupé?

Audi A8

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BMW 8 Series Coupé

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.

BMW 8 Series Coupé has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 90000 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1371 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 8 Series Coupé manages with 6.70 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Audi A8 with 7 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

8 Series Coupé

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 BMW 8 Series Coupé has a minimal edge – offering 625 HP compared to 571 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.20 s, while the Audi A8 takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A8 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 800 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, BMW 8 Series Coupé is a bit lighter – 1805 kg compared to 2035 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A8 offers slightly more room – 505 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A8 noticeable takes the win – 700 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW 8 Series Coupé proves to be has a very small edge and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 8 Series Coupé is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £90,000
8 Series Coupé

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 333 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.7 - 11.5 L
Audi A8
BMW 8 Series Coupé

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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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BMW 8 Series Coupé

The BMW 8 Series Coupé blends elegant, low-slung coupé looks with a purposeful, athletic stance that hints at both comfort and serious driving fun. Inside it feels indulgent and driver-focused, the sort of car that turns motorway miles into a breeze while quietly daring you to chase a twisty back road — and yes, it photographs magnificently.

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Audi A8
BMW 8 Series Coupé

Costs and Consumption

Price
91400 - 134900 £
Price
90000 - 158900 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 11.5 L
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
183 - 260 g/km
co2
176 - 263 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
2 - 4
Curb weight
2035 - 2295 kg
Curb weight
1805 - 2085 kg
Trunk capacity
505 L
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Length
5190 - 5320 mm
Length
4851 - 5098 mm
Width
1945 mm
Width
1902 - 1943 mm
Height
1473 - 1488 mm
Height
1346 - 1420 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
540 - 700 kg
Payload
370 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
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.