Compare performance (571 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 77,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or BMW X5?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
BMW X5 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 77,100 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,314 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X5 uses 3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Audi A8 with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW X5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 105 km, about 47 km more than the Audi A8.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW X5 offers marginally more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 571 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BMW X5 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers barely more torque with 800 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.
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 moderately lighter – 2,035 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW X5 offers noticeably more boot space – 650 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 260 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW X5 carries only slightly more – 705 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
The BMW X5 stands well ahead of its rival 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.
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.
detailsThe BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.
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Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
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Price
77,100 - 143,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
58 km
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Electric Range
105 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
105 - 260 g/km
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co2
68 - 289 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
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Curb weight
2,240 - 2,495 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,945 mm
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Width
2,004 - 2,015 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
525 - 700 kg
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Payload
565 - 705 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 571 HP
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Power HP
298 - 625 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
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Torque
540 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
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Power kW
219 - 460 kW
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Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
BMW
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