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Audi A8 vs BMW X7 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (571 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (91400 £ vs 90800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or BMW X7?

Audi A8

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BMW X7

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW X7 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 90800 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 600 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A8 manages with 4.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW X7 with 8 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.

X7

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.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A8 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 571 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the BMW X7 takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

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

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

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.

Seats: BMW X7 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Audi A8 is evident lighter – 2035 kg compared to 2490 kg. The difference is around 455 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X7 offers clearly perceptible more room – 750 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW X7 barely noticeable takes the win – 760 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 is clearly superior overall 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.

Audi A8
BMW X7

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Audi A8

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 11.5 L
  • Electric Range : 58 km
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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 X7

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The BMW X7 sits at the top of BMW’s SUV range, wrapping executive-level luxury and a cavernous cabin in a bold, road-commanding package. It’s ideal for buyers who want first-class comfort and presence on the road — think chauffeur-level refinement without hiring one, though you’ll need a confident approach to parking.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
91400 - 134900 £
Price
90800 - 117500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L
Consumption L/100km
8 - 12.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
210 - 274 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 - 83 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2035 - 2415 kg
Curb weight
2490 - 2675 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
750 L
Length
5190 - 5320 mm
Length
5181 mm
Width
1945 mm
Width
2000 mm
Height
1473 - 1488 mm
Height
1835 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2120 L
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
680 - 760 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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
352 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
245 - 250 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
520 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
259 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW

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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.