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Audi A8 vs Lexus NX comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 46,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Lexus NX?

Audi A8 vs Lexus NX: Key differences

Audi A8

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  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Lexus NX

4.8 (14 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • moderately lighter
  • markedly 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:

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

Lexus NX is significantly cheaper – starting at 46,000 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45,343 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus NX uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Audi A8 with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Lexus NX offers moderately more range – reaching up to 72 km, about 14 km more than the Audi A8.

NX

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 clearly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 279 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Lexus NX takes 6.4 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

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, Lexus NX is moderately lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus NX offers markedly more boot space – 545 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 155 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries noticeably more – 700 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 is narrowly 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 £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 NX

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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Lexus NX

The Lexus NX wraps striking, chiseled styling around a cabin that feels more crafted living room than utility vehicle, with soft materials and user-friendly tech that give it genuine premium cachet. On the road it's composed and quietly confident, trading sporty pretensions for a refined, easygoing personality that will suit buyers who want luxury without fuss — with a little Lexus flair to make daily commutes feel special.

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Audi A8
Lexus NX

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
72 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
65 - 134 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
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
475 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

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