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Audi A8 vs Ford Ranger - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (571 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (91400 £ vs 37500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Ford Ranger?

Audi A8

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Ford Ranger

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

A8

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.

Ford Ranger has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37500 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53846 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Ranger manages with 3.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Audi A8 with 7 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.

Ranger

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 convincingly edge – offering 571 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 279 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 7.90 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A8 performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Ford Ranger tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A8 pulls somewhat stronger with 800 Nm compared to 697 Nm. That’s about 103 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi A8 is slight lighter – 2035 kg compared to 2082 kg. The difference is around 47 kg.

When it comes to payload, Ford Ranger noticeable takes the win – 1108 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 408 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Ranger proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Ranger is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £37,500
Ranger

Ford Ranger

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 292 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.1 - 13.8 L
  • Electric Range : 42 km
Audi A8
Ford Ranger

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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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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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Audi A8
Ford Ranger

Costs and Consumption

Price
91400 - 134900 £
Price
37500 - 71900 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 11.5 L
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 13.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
42 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
11.80 kWh
co2
183 - 260 g/km
co2
70 - 315 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
2 - 4
Curb weight
2035 - 2295 kg
Curb weight
2082 - 2511 kg
Trunk capacity
505 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5190 - 5320 mm
Length
5370 - 5420 mm
Width
1945 mm
Width
1918 - 1968 mm
Height
1473 - 1488 mm
Height
1868 - 1922 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
540 - 700 kg
Payload
676 - 1108 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
170 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
405 - 697 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
125 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
1996 - 2993 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Ford
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.