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Audi A8 vs BMW i5 comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 601 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 60,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or BMW i5?

Audi A8 vs BMW i5: Key differences

Audi A8

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  • barely lighter
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BMW i5

  • clearly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • significantly 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW i5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 60,800 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,600 £.

As for electric range, the BMW i5 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 569 km more than the Audi A8.

i5

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 i5 offers marginally more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 571 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 3.8 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 delivers very slightly more torque with 820 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

A8

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 A8 is barely lighter – 2,035 kg compared to 2,195 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i5 offers markedly more boot space – 490 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries clearly more – 700 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 is decisively ahead 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.

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BMW i5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 540 - 627 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 i5

The BMW i5 swaps predictable executive-car manners for a confident electric vibe, marrying refined comfort with surprisingly engaging steering. It’s a practical choice that doesn’t feel dull, offering the kind of clean, premium experience that makes commuting feel like a small indulgence.

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BMW i5

Costs and Consumption
Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
525 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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