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MINI Aceman vs Audi A8 comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 91,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Aceman or Audi A8?

MINI Aceman vs Audi A8: Key differences

MINI Aceman

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • a bit lighter
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Audi A8

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Aceman

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MINI Aceman is clearly cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 64,371 £.

As for electric range, the MINI Aceman offers substantially more range – reaching up to 355 km, about 297 km more than the Audi A8.

A8

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A8 offers considerably more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 313 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 MINI Aceman takes 6.4 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm more.

Aceman

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 terms of curb weight, MINI Aceman is a bit lighter – 1,720 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 315 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A8 offers markedly more boot space – 390 L compared to 300 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries noticeably more – 700 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Aceman is far ahead overall 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 £27,000
Aceman

MINI Aceman

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 309 - 355 km
MINI Aceman
Audi A8

Costs and Consumption

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MINI Aceman

The MINI Aceman squeezes classic MINI charm into a sharper, more crossover-ready shape, trading some of the old curves for grown-up practicality while keeping the wink-and-grin personality buyers crave. Inside it's a surprisingly premium, customizable cabin that feels clever rather than cluttered, and on the road the Aceman is eager and nimble — ideal for city dwellers who want an SUV silhouette with proper fun behind the wheel.

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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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MINI Aceman
Audi A8

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 36,400 £
Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
309 - 355 km
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
105 - 260 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,720 - 1,825 kg
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Trunk capacity
300 L
Trunk capacity
390 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,754 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 530 kg
Payload
525 - 700 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 258 HP
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
290 - 350 Nm
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
135 - 190 kW
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
Brand
MINI
Brand
Audi
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