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Audi A8 vs Subaru Forester comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Subaru Forester?

Audi A8 vs Subaru Forester: Key differences

Audi A8

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Subaru Forester

3.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • visibly 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.

Subaru Forester is substantially cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,237 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A8 uses 4.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

Forester

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A8 offers significantly 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 clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.2 s. That’s about 8.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 618 Nm more.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Forester is visibly lighter – 1,693 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 342 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Forester offers visibly more boot space – 508 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 118 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries visibly more – 700 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 208 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 is far ahead 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
Subaru Forester

Costs and Consumption

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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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Subaru Forester

The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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Audi A8
Subaru Forester

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
35,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
183 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
1,693 - 1,739 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
446 - 492 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Subaru
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