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Audi Q8 vs BMW 8 Series Coupé - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (640 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (77300 £ vs 90000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or BMW 8 Series Coupé?

Audi Q8

BMW 8 Series Coupé

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

Q8

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.

Audi Q8 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 77300 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12686 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q8 manages with 3.90 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.70 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.

8 Series Coupé

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 Q8 has a minimal edge – offering 640 HP compared to 625 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 3.20 s, while the Audi Q8 takes 3.60 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q8 pulls slightly stronger with 850 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

Q8

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, BMW 8 Series Coupé is clearly perceptible lighter – 1805 kg compared to 2175 kg. The difference is around 370 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q8 offers clearly perceptible more room – 605 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q8 somewhat takes the win – 665 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi Q8 shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £77,300
Q8

Audi Q8

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 640 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.9 - 13.1 L
  • Electric Range : 80 km
Audi Q8
BMW 8 Series Coupé

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Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 wraps coupe-like flair around a burly SUV stance, serving up a cabin dressed in premium materials and smart tech that puts comfort and swagger front and center. It’s composed and comfortable on long runs yet happy to play when asked, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want head-turning looks without surrendering everyday practicality.

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BMW 8 Series Coupé

The BMW 8 Series Coupé blends elegant, low-slung coupé looks with a purposeful, athletic stance that hints at both comfort and serious driving fun. Inside it feels indulgent and driver-focused, the sort of car that turns motorway miles into a breeze while quietly daring you to chase a twisty back road — and yes, it photographs magnificently.

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Audi Q8
BMW 8 Series Coupé

Costs and Consumption

Price
77300 - 137100 £
Price
90000 - 158900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
176 - 263 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
2 - 4
Curb weight
2175 - 2490 kg
Curb weight
1805 - 2085 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Length
-
Length
4851 - 5098 mm
Width
1995 - 2007 mm
Width
1902 - 1943 mm
Height
-
Height
1346 - 1420 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
370 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
What drive types are available for the Audi Q8?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.