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Audi A8 vs SERES 3 comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 32,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or SERES 3?

Audi A8 vs SERES 3: Key differences

Audi A8

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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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SERES 3

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • a bit lighter
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SERES 3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 32,900 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 58,457 £.

As for electric range, the SERES 3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 301 km, about 243 km more than the Audi A8.

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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 considerably more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 408 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 SERES 3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 6.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 500 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, SERES 3 is a bit lighter – 1,765 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries significantly more – 700 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 400 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 comes out clearly ahead 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
SERES 3

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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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SERES 3

The SERES 3 arrives as a zippy, well-equipped compact electric that puts everyday usability ahead of headline-grabbing theatrics. It’s an honest, budget-friendly choice for city commuters who want a bit of style and low running costs without a showroom ego.

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Audi A8
SERES 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
32,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
301 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
0 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
1,765 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
300 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
163 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
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
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SERES
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