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Audi A8 vs Hyundai Tucson comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 20,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Hyundai Tucson?

Audi A8 vs Hyundai Tucson: Key differences

Audi A8

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A8

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 Tucson is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,900 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 70,474 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Audi A8 with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Tucson offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 70 km, about 12 km more than the Audi A8.

Tucson

Engine and Performance:

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 Audi A8 offers significantly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 283 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 Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 421 Nm more.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is noticeably lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 493 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers noticeably more boot space – 620 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 230 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries visibly more – 700 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson 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.

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Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 63 - 70 km
Audi A8
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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Audi A8
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
20,900 - 47,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
62 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Hyundai
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