Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Lexus RX has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 63500 £, while the Audi A8 costs 91400 £. That’s a price difference of around 27857 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus RX manages with 1.10 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Audi A8 with 7 L. The difference is about 5.90 L per 100 km.
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 has a evident edge – offering 571 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.20 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A8 performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Lexus RX tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A8 pulls evident stronger with 800 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 249 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
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In curb weight, Audi A8 is slight lighter – 2035 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi A8 offers hardly perceptible more room – 505 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.
When it comes to payload, Audi A8 to a small extent takes the win – 700 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.
Overall, the Lexus RX shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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.
detailsThe Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
91400 - 134900 £
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Price
63500 - 84700 £
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 11.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
68 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
183 - 260 g/km
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co2
25 - 182 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
82 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2035 - 2295 kg
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Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
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Trunk capacity
505 L
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Trunk capacity
461 L
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Length
5190 - 5320 mm
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Length
4890 mm
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Width
1945 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Height
1473 - 1488 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1678 L
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Payload
540 - 700 kg
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Payload
575 - 620 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 571 HP
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Power HP
250 - 371 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
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Torque
551 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
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Power kW
184 - 273 kW
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Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
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Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, G
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Lexus
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The Audi A8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.