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Audi A8 vs Vauxhall Combo Cargo comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 27,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Vauxhall Combo Cargo?

Audi A8 vs Vauxhall Combo Cargo: Key differences

Audi A8

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  • considerably more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly 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.

Vauxhall Combo Cargo is clearly cheaper – starting at 27,100 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 64,239 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A8 uses 4.6 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Vauxhall Combo Cargo with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo offers considerably more range – reaching up to 354 km, about 296 km more than the Audi A8.

Combo Cargo

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 Audi A8 offers considerably more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 435 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Vauxhall Combo Cargo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 7.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 500 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 2.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Combo Cargo is clearly lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 664 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo carries somewhat more – 781 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 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.

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
Vauxhall Combo Cargo

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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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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

The Opel Combo Cargo is a pragmatic workhorse that pairs sensible practicality with surprisingly car-like manners, making it a smart choice for small businesses and weekend DIYers. With clever storage, easy access and a calm cabin that keeps the focus on the job, it turns daily deliveries and errands into something almost enjoyable.

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Audi A8
Vauxhall Combo Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
27,100 - 34,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
354 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
0 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,674 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
645 - 781 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Vauxhall
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