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Audi A8 vs Renault Captur comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Renault Captur?

Audi A8 vs Renault Captur: Key differences

Audi A8

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Captur

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
  • barely 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Captur is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 69,986 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Captur uses 4.4 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Audi A8 with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Captur

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 clearly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 413 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 Captur takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 535 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 Captur is substantially lighter – 1,323 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 712 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Captur offers barely more boot space – 422 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries clearly more – 700 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 247 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 Captur

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 Captur

The Renault Captur is a stylish and practical compact crossover that combines a high seating position and easy manoeuvrability with a comfortable, well‑equipped cabin. Its flexible interior layout and modern infotainment make it a sensible, polished choice for city drivers and small families.

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Audi A8
Renault Captur

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
21,400 - 28,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6 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
100 - 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
1,323 - 1,441 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
447 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
160 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General

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