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Audi A8 vs Hyundai IONIQ 6 comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 650 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 39,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Hyundai IONIQ 6?

Audi A8 vs Hyundai IONIQ 6: Key differences

Audi A8

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Hyundai IONIQ 6

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  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Hyundai IONIQ 6 is considerably cheaper – starting at 39,000 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52,329 £.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 680 km, about 622 km more than the Audi A8.

IONIQ 6

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 Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers slightly more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 571 HP. That’s roughly 79 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Audi A8 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers only slightly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

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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 terms of curb weight, Hyundai IONIQ 6 is only slightly lighter – 1,892 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 143 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers only slightly more boot space – 401 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries noticeably more – 700 kg compared to 438 kg. That’s a difference of about 262 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is decisively ahead 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.

from £39,000
IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 487 - 680 km
Audi A8
Hyundai IONIQ 6

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Audi A8

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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Hyundai IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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Audi A8
Hyundai IONIQ 6

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
39,000 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
487 - 680 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,241 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
371 - 401 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
386 - 438 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Hyundai
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