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Audi A8 vs Mazda CX-60 comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 327 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 43,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Mazda CX-60?

Audi A8 vs Mazda CX-60: Key differences

Audi A8

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mazda CX-60

4.5 (9 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • visibly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda CX-60 is clearly cheaper – starting at 43,700 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,700 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda CX-60 uses 3.8 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Audi A8 with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mazda CX-60 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 63 km, about 5 km more than the Audi A8.

CX-60

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 considerably more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 327 HP. That’s roughly 244 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 Mazda CX-60 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers visibly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda CX-60 is marginally lighter – 1,890 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda CX-60 offers visibly more boot space – 570 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries a bit more – 700 kg compared to 612 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 is slightly 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
Mazda CX-60

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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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Mazda CX-60

The Mazda CX-60 pairs sculpted, understated looks with poised handling and a cabin that punches above its class, making long drives feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers who want a premium feel without the showroom swagger, it's the sort of car that earns respect quietly — and still manages a wink when you push on.

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Audi A8
Mazda CX-60

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
43,700 - 57,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
63 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
85 - 137 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
1,890 - 2,055 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
581 - 612 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
200 - 327 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
450 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
147 - 241 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3

General

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