Audi A7 2014 vs Audi A8 2013
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Audi A7 is available with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive, while Audi A8 can be equipped only with four wheel (4x4) drive. All-wheel drive models tend to consume more fuel, so if you don't need off road capabilities, Audi A7 also offers 2-wheel drive versions for fuel economy. 2WD versions also have lower maintenance costs. | |||
| Engines: | 2.0 - 3.0 | 3.0 - 4.1 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 218 - 333 HP | 258 - 435 HP | |
| Torque: | 280 - 650 NM | 440 - 850 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.2 - 8.3 seconds | 4.5 - 6.1 seconds | |
| In general, Audi A8 are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Audi A7. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.7 - 8.0 | 5.9 - 9.2 | |
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Audi A7 petrol engines consumes on average 1.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than Audi A8. On average, Audi A7 equipped with diesel engines consume 1.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A8. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.97 m | 5.20 m | |
| Width: | 1.91 m | 1.95 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.46 m | |
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Audi A7 is smaller. Audi A7 is 22 cm shorter than the Audi A8, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Audi A7 is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 535 litres | 490 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1390 litres | no data | |
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Audi A7 has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, The Audi A8 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.9 meters | 12.3 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Audi A7 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Audi A8, which means Audi A7 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`404 kg | ~ 2`603 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`854 kg | ~ 1`936 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 550 kg | ~ 667 kg | |
| Audi A7 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 21 procentiem less than Audi A8. Therefore, Audi A8 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 27 800 | 27 400 | |
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