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Audi A8 vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Tesla Model Y?

Audi A8 vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Audi A8

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  • slightly more power

Tesla Model Y

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • substantially more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Tesla Model Y is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 57,094 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers considerably more range – reaching up to 657 km, about 599 km more than the Audi A8.

Model Y

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 slightly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 111 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Audi A8 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers somewhat more torque with 800 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model Y is barely lighter – 1,953 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 82 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers substantially more boot space – 822 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 432 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries markedly more – 700 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 228 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y is decisively 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
Audi A8
Tesla Model Y

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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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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Audi A8
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
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 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
-
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Height
-
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
435 - 472 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
201 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Tesla
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