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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
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Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
58 km
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Electric Range
56 - 331 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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co2
105 - 260 g/km
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co2
0 - 220 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
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Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
-
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Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
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Width
1,945 mm
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Width
2,032 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
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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
755 - 1,259 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
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 571 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 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
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
VW
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