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Audi A8 vs BMW X4 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi A8 or BMW X4 fits your lifestyle better.

Audi A8

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BMW X4

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

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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 X4 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 51900 £, while the Audi A8 costs 91400 £. That’s a price difference of around 39514 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X4 manages with 6 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Audi A8 with 7 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

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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 to a small extent edge – offering 571 HP compared to 510 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 3.80 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A8 pulls slightly stronger with 800 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

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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 X4 is barely noticeable lighter – 1875 kg compared to 2035 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X4 offers hardly perceptible more room – 525 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 20 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 comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A8 shows itself to be only a minor advantage and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Audi A8
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Audi A8

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7 - 11.5 L

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 X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
91400 - 134900 £
Price
51900 - 93000 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 11.5 L
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
183 - 260 g/km
co2
156 - 244 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2035 - 2295 kg
Curb weight
1875 - 2095 kg
Trunk capacity
505 L
Trunk capacity
525 L
Length
5190 - 5320 mm
Length
4751 - 4754 mm
Width
1945 mm
Width
1918 - 1938 mm
Height
1473 - 1488 mm
Height
1620 - 1621 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1430 L
Payload
540 - 700 kg
Payload
415 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, 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
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
184 - 510 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
Is the Audi A8 offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi A8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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