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Audi A8 vs VW Transporter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or VW Transporter Transporter?

Audi A8 vs VW Transporter Transporter: Key differences

Audi A8

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

VW Transporter Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • barely lighter

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A8

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Transporter Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 37,500 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53,856 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A8 uses 4.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Transporter Transporter offers substantially more range – reaching up to 331 km, about 273 km more than the Audi A8.

Transporter Transporter

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 substantially more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 285 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 VW Transporter Transporter takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 385 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, VW Transporter Transporter is barely lighter – 1,872 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 163 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Transporter carries substantially more – 1,259 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 559 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 is narrowly 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
VW Transporter Transporter

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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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VW Transporter Transporter

The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.

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Audi A8
VW Transporter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
0 - 220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Height
-
Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
755 - 1,259 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
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