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Audi A8 vs Lexus LC Coupe comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 105,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Lexus LC Coupe?

Audi A8 vs Lexus LC Coupe: Key differences

Audi A8

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  • moderately cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Lexus LC Coupe

  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A8

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A8 is moderately cheaper – starting at 91,400 £ , while the Lexus LC Coupe costs 105,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,014 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A8 uses 4.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus LC Coupe with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

LC Coupe

Engine and Performance:

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 somewhat more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 464 HP. That’s roughly 107 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Lexus LC Coupe takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers visibly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 530 Nm. That’s about 270 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.

Seats: Audi A8 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus LC Coupe is barely lighter – 1,930 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A8 offers considerably more boot space – 390 L compared to 197 L. That’s a difference of about 193 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries clearly more – 700 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 235 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £91,400
A8

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 58 km
Audi A8
Lexus LC Coupe

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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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Lexus LC Coupe

The Lexus LC is a striking grand tourer that fuses Japanese craftsmanship with theatrical styling; slipping into its cockpit feels like being handed a bespoke suit—polished, dramatic and effortlessly comfortable. It prefers to seduce rather than shout, delivering a serene yet engaging drive for buyers who want presence and refinement without supercar fuss.

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Audi A8
Lexus LC Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
105,400 - 114,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.1 - 11.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
184 - 262 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
82 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
1,930 - 1,980 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
172 - 197 L
Length
-
Length
4,770 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
1,345 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
445 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
359 - 464 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 - 270 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
530 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
264 - 341 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
3,456 - 4,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Lexus
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