Compare performance (571 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or BYD Tang?
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.
BYD Tang is considerably cheaper – starting at 64,300 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,086 £.
As for electric range, the BYD Tang offers considerably more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 472 km more than the Audi A8.
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 offers marginally more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BYD Tang takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers somewhat more torque with 800 Nm compared to 680 Nm. That’s about 120 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.
Seats: BYD Tang offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Audi A8 is clearly lighter – 2,035 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 595 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi A8 offers visibly more boot space – 390 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 155 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries slightly more – 700 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.
The BYD Tang 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 BYD Tang is a bold, tech-loaded SUV that blends striking design with roomy practicality, making it equally at home on the school run and the open road. Packed with clever tech and a powertrain that mixes efficiency with eager performance, it’s a smart, value-focused pick for buyers who want electric-age comfort without the premium-brand fuss.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
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Price
64,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
58 km
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Electric Range
530 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
0 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
7
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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
2,630 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
235 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,945 mm
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Width
1,955 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
575 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
Electric
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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
Reduction 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
517 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 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
680 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
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Power kW
380 kW
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Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
BYD
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