Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi A8 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 91400 £, while the Porsche Panamera costs 99800 £. That’s a price difference of around 8400 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Porsche Panamera manages with 3 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Audi A8 with 7 L. The difference is about 4 L per 100 km.
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 Porsche Panamera has a noticeable edge – offering 782 HP compared to 571 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Panamera is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 2.90 s, while the Audi A8 takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Porsche Panamera performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 325 km/h, while the Audi A8 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Panamera pulls to a small extent stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Audi A8 offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Porsche Panamera is hardly perceptible lighter – 1960 kg compared to 2035 kg. The difference is around 75 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi A8 offers hardly perceptible more room – 505 L compared to 494 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.
When it comes to payload, Audi A8 evident takes the win – 700 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.
Overall, the Porsche Panamera shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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 Porsche Panamera blends sports-car sharpness with luxury-sedan refinement, serving driving thrills up front while pampering passengers in the back. Poised, polished and mischievously quick, it’s the car for buyers who want exotic performance without losing everyday comfort.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
91400 - 134900 £
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Price
99800 - 212100 £
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 11.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
3 - 12 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
83 - 97 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
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co2
183 - 260 g/km
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co2
69 - 274 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
82 L
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Fuel tank capacity
75 - 90 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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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
1960 - 2535 kg
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Trunk capacity
505 L
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Trunk capacity
421 - 494 L
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Length
5190 - 5320 mm
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Length
5052 - 5204 mm
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Width
1945 mm
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Width
1937 mm
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Height
1473 - 1488 mm
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Height
1415 - 1428 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1255 - 1385 L
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Payload
540 - 700 kg
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Payload
340 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 571 HP
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Power HP
353 - 782 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 5.3 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
270 - 325 km/h
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
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Torque
500 - 1000 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
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Power kW
260 - 575 kW
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Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
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Engine capacity
2894 - 3996 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Porsche
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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.