Compare performance (571 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Toyota Proace Bus?
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.
Toyota Proace Bus is significantly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59,807 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A8 uses 4.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota Proace Bus with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Toyota Proace Bus offers substantially more range – reaching up to 343 km, about 285 km more than the Audi A8.
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 180 HP. That’s roughly 391 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 Toyota Proace Bus takes 13.3 s. That’s about 9.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Toyota Proace Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace Bus is a bit lighter – 1,835 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi A8 offers considerably more boot space – 390 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 390 L.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Bus carries substantially more – 1,265 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 565 kg.
The Audi A8 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.
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.
detailsThe Toyota Proace Bus is a pragmatic people‑mover that swallows passengers and luggage with the kind of everyday practicality fleet managers and large families will appreciate. It may not thrill the enthusiast, but its sensible layout, sturdy build and Toyota badge make it a dependable, no-nonsense choice for anyone needing space and reliability rather than flash.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
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Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
58 km
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Electric Range
218 - 343 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
105 - 260 g/km
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co2
0 - 177 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 9
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
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Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,945 mm
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Width
1,920 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
525 - 700 kg
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Payload
825 - 1,265 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 571 HP
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Toyota
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