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Audi A8 vs NIO ET7 comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or NIO ET7?

Audi A8 vs NIO ET7: Key differences

Audi A8

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  • somewhat lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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NIO ET7

  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • significantly more electric range
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A8

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

NIO ET7 is substantially cheaper – starting at 59,900 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,457 £.

As for electric range, the NIO ET7 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 584 km, about 526 km more than the Audi A8.

ET7

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the NIO ET7 offers slightly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 571 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 3.8 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers marginally more torque with 850 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 50 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, Audi A8 is somewhat lighter – 2,035 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 399 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A8 offers very slightly more boot space – 390 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries markedly more – 700 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 234 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 is clearly superior overall 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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NIO ET7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 451 - 584 km
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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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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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NIO ET7

Costs and Consumption
Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
-
Length
5,101 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
-
Height
1,509 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
446 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
NIO
What drive types are available for the Audi A8?

The Audi A8 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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