AUDI A8 (D5)
Car comparison
AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 · Stage 3vsAUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 · Stage 2vsAUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 · Stage 1vsAUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)
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50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)
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50 TDI V6
Comparison overview
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Best choices
AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 443 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.5 s
- Fastest top speed309 km/h192 mph
- Most powerful443 hp331 kW
- Highest torque960 Nm708 lb-ft
- Lightest1,975 kg4,354 lb
- Best power-to-weight224 hp/t167 kW/t4.5 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions152 g/km
- Best estimated range1,241 km771 mi
- Largest trunk505 L
- Best overall score83/100
- Best performance score86/100
- Best economy score91/100
- Best practicality score76/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 3)443 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)386 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)343 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6286 hp |
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| Power | 443hp331kW+157 hp | 386hp288kW+100 hp | 343hp256kW+57 hp | 286hp213kW |
| Torque | 960Nm708lb-ft+360 Nm | 840Nm620lb-ft+240 Nm | 750Nm553lb-ft+150 Nm | 600Nm443lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,975kg4,354lb | 1,975kg4,354lb | 1,975kg4,354lb | 1,975kg4,354lb |
| Gross weight | 2,690kg5,930lb | 2,690kg5,930lb | 2,690kg5,930lb | 2,690kg5,930lb |
| Top speed | 309 km/h 192 mph | 295 km/h 183 mph | 283 km/h 176 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 52.6s99% target: 306 km/h / 190 mph-10.2 s Calculated | 56.7s99% target: 292 km/h / 181 mph-6.1 s Calculated | 59.9s99% target: 280 km/h / 174 mph-2.9 s Calculated | 62.8s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5s-1.4 s | 4.9s-1.0 s | 5.3s-0.6 s | 5.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 11.9s-6.9 s Calculated | 13.6s-5.2 s Calculated | 15.3s-3.6 s Calculated | 18.9s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.3s-1.3 s Calculated | 4.7s-0.9 s Calculated | 5.0s-0.6 s Calculated | 5.6s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.2s-1.7 s Calculated | 12.7s-1.2 s Calculated | 13.2s-0.7 s Calculated | 13.9s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 224hp/t167kW/t102hp/1000 lb Calculated | 195hp/t146kW/t89hp/1000 lb Calculated | 174hp/t130kW/t79hp/1000 lb Calculated | 145hp/t108kW/t66hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 486Nm/t325lb-ft/ton Calculated | 425Nm/t285lb-ft/ton Calculated | 380Nm/t254lb-ft/ton Calculated | 304Nm/t203lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,241km771mi Calculated | 1,241km771mi Calculated | 1,241km771mi Calculated | 1,241km771mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,967cc181cu in | 2,967cc181cu in | 2,967cc181cu in | 2,967cc181cu in |
| Length | 5,172mm204in | 5,172mm204in | 5,172mm204in | 5,172mm204in |
| Width | 1,945mm77in | 1,945mm77in | 1,945mm77in | 1,945mm77in |
| Height | 1,473mm58in | 1,473mm58in | 1,473mm58in | 1,473mm58in |
| Wheelbase | 2,998mm118in | 2,998mm118in | 2,998mm118in | 2,998mm118in |
| Front track | 1,644mm65in | 1,644mm65in | 1,644mm65in | 1,644mm65in |
| Rear track | 1,633mm64in | 1,633mm64in | 1,633mm64in | 1,633mm64in |
| Trunk volume | 505L | 505L | 505L | 505L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 72L | 72L | 72L | 72L |
| CO2 emissions | 152g/km | 152g/km | 152g/km | 152g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 443 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 386 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 (Stage 1) 343 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 286 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 3)443 hp | 3,750-4,000 rpm | 1,250-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)386 hp | 3,750-4,000 rpm | 1,250-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)343 hp | 3,750-4,000 rpm | 1,250-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6286 hp | 3,750-4,000 rpm | 1,250-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 3)443 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)386 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)343 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6286 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.3 s | 4.7 s | 5.0 s | 5.6 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.5 s | 4.9 s | 5.3 s | 5.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 11.9 s | 13.6 s | 15.3 s | 18.9 s |
| Top speed | 309 km/h 192 mph | 295 km/h 183 mph | 283 km/h 176 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.3 s | 2.3 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.6 s | 5.8 s | 6.0 s | 6.3 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.2 s | 8.5 s | 8.8 s | 9.2 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.4 s | 10.8 s | 11.2 s | 11.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.2 s | 12.7 s | 13.2 s | 13.9 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 202 km/h 126 mph | 193 km/h 120 mph | 185 km/h 115 mph | 173 km/h 108 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 3)443 hp | 443 hp 331 kW |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)386 hp | 386 hp 288 kW |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)343 hp | 343 hp 256 kW |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6286 hp | 286 hp 213 kW |
AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 443 hp has 157 hp more than AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 286 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 286 hp and AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 443 hp: 157 hp (117 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 3)443 hp | 960 Nm 708 lb-ft |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)386 hp | 840 Nm 620 lb-ft |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)343 hp | 750 Nm 553 lb-ft |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6286 hp | 600 Nm 443 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 3)443 hp | 1,975 kg 4,354 lb |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)386 hp | 1,975 kg 4,354 lb |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)343 hp | 1,975 kg 4,354 lb |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6286 hp | 1,975 kg 4,354 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 3)443 hp | 309 km/h 192 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)386 hp | 295 km/h 183 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)343 hp | 283 km/h 176 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6286 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 3)443 hp | 4.5 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)386 hp | 4.9 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)343 hp | 5.3 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6286 hp | 5.9 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 443 hp and AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 286 hp: 1.4 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 386 hp and AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 (Stage 1) 343 hp, separated by only 0.4 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 3)443 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)386 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)343 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6286 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 3)443 hp | 224 hp/t 167 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)386 hp | 195 hp/t 146 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)343 hp | 174 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6286 hp | 145 hp/t 108 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 3)443 hp | 1,241 km 771 mi |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)386 hp | 1,241 km 771 mi |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)343 hp | 1,241 km 771 mi |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6286 hp | 1,241 km 771 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 3)443 hp | 443 hp 331 kW | 4.5 s | 309 km/h 192 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)386 hp | 386 hp 288 kW | 4.9 s | 295 km/h 183 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)343 hp | 343 hp 256 kW | 5.3 s | 283 km/h 176 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6286 hp | 286 hp 213 kW | 5.9 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 3)443 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)386 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)343 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6286 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 443 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 3)443 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 4.5 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)386 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 4.9 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)343 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.3 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6286 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.9 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 3)443 hp | 224 hp/t 167 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)386 hp | 195 hp/t 146 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)343 hp | 174 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6286 hp | 145 hp/t 108 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 3)443 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 2)386 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6 (Stage 1)343 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)50 TDI V6286 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 443 hp 331 kW | 386 hp 288 kW | 343 hp 256 kW | 286 hp 213 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 960 Nm 708 lb-ft | 840 Nm 620 lb-ft | 750 Nm 553 lb-ft | 600 Nm 443 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.5 s | 4.9 s | 5.3 s | 5.9 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 309 km/h 192 mph | 295 km/h 183 mph | 283 km/h 176 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,975 kg 4,354 lb | 1,975 kg 4,354 lb | 1,975 kg 4,354 lb | 1,975 kg 4,354 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,241 km 771 mi | 1,241 km 771 mi | 1,241 km 771 mi | 1,241 km 771 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 152 g/km | 152 g/km | 152 g/km | 152 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 505 L 17.8 cu ft | 505 L 17.8 cu ft | 505 L 17.8 cu ft | 505 L 17.8 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 224 hp/t 167 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp | 195 hp/t 146 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 174 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 145 hp/t 108 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 443 hp | AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 386 hp | AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 (Stage 1) 343 hp | AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 286 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 10.15 LC100 km | 10.15 LC100 km | 10.15 LC100 km | 10.15 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,523 LC/year | 1,523 LC/year | 1,523 LC/year | 1,523 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 443 hp
- Has 57 hp more
- Has 120 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 14 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 29 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
AUDI A8 (D5) 50 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 386 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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