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Audi A8 vs Renault Austral comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 148 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Renault Austral?

Audi A8 vs Renault Austral: Key differences

Audi A8

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Austral

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Renault Austral is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61,457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A8 uses 4.6 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Renault Austral with 6.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

Austral

Engine and Performance:

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 offers significantly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 148 HP. That’s roughly 423 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Renault Austral takes 9.9 s. That’s about 6.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers significantly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 530 Nm more.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Austral is visibly lighter – 1,548 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 487 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Austral offers markedly more boot space – 555 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries visibly more – 700 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 holds a decisive overall lead 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
Renault Austral

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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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Renault Austral

The Renault Austral is a stylish, well-built crossover that blends a comfortable ride with a spacious, modern cabin. It combines everyday-friendly refinement and contemporary technology with a focus on safety and practicality, making it a sensible choice for drivers who want an all-round family car.

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Audi A8
Renault Austral

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
29,900 - 34,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
145 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
1,548 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
148 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
109 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Audi
Brand
Renault
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