AUDI A8 (D5)
Car comparison
AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 · Stage 3vsAUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 · Stage 2vsAUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 · Stage 1vsAUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)
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55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)
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55 TFSI V6
Comparison overview
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AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3) 510 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.4 s
- Fastest top speed321 km/h199 mph
- Most powerful510 hp380 kW
- Highest torque775 Nm572 lb-ft
- Lightest1,920 kg4,233 lb
- Best power-to-weight266 hp/t198 kW/t3.8 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption7.8 L/100 km30.2 mpg US36.2 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption10.3 L/100 km22.8 mpg US27.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions178 g/km
- Best estimated range923 km574 mi
- Largest trunk505 L
- Best overall score86/100
- Best performance score90/100
- Best economy score86/100
- Best practicality score76/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3)510 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)442 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)401 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6340 hp |
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| Power | 510hp380kW+170 hp | 442hp330kW+102 hp | 401hp299kW+61 hp | 340hp254kW |
| Torque | 775Nm572lb-ft+275 Nm | 675Nm498lb-ft+175 Nm | 610Nm450lb-ft+110 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,920kg4,233lb | 1,920kg4,233lb | 1,920kg4,233lb | 1,920kg4,233lb |
| Gross weight | 2,680kg5,908lb | 2,680kg5,908lb | 2,680kg5,908lb | 2,680kg5,908lb |
| Top speed | 321 km/h 199 mph | 305 km/h 190 mph | 295 km/h 183 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 50.7s99% target: 318 km/h / 197 mph-8.0 s Calculated | 55.1s99% target: 302 km/h / 188 mph-3.7 s Calculated | 57.9s99% target: 292 km/h / 181 mph-0.8 s Calculated | 58.7s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.4s-1.3 s | 4.8s-0.8 s | 5.1s-0.5 s | 5.6s |
| 0-200 km/h | 11.1s-6.1 s Calculated | 12.8s-4.5 s Calculated | 14.0s-3.2 s Calculated | 17.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.2s-1.2 s Calculated | 4.6s-0.8 s Calculated | 4.8s-0.5 s Calculated | 5.4s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 10.3L/100 km22.8mpg US27.4mpg UK | 10.3L/100 km22.8mpg US27.4mpg UK | 10.3L/100 km22.8mpg US27.4mpg UK | 10.3L/100 km22.8mpg US27.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.0s-1.6 s Calculated | 12.5s-1.0 s Calculated | 12.9s-0.7 s Calculated | 13.6s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 266hp/t198kW/t120hp/1000 lb Calculated | 230hp/t172kW/t104hp/1000 lb Calculated | 209hp/t156kW/t95hp/1000 lb Calculated | 177hp/t132kW/t80hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 404Nm/t270lb-ft/ton Calculated | 352Nm/t235lb-ft/ton Calculated | 318Nm/t213lb-ft/ton Calculated | 260Nm/t174lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 923km574mi Calculated | 923km574mi Calculated | 923km574mi Calculated | 923km574mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,995cc183cu in | 2,995cc183cu in | 2,995cc183cu in | 2,995cc183cu 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 | 178g/km | 178g/km | 178g/km | 178g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3) 510 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2) 442 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1) 401 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 340 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3)510 hp | 5,000-6,400 rpm | 1,370-4,500 rpm | 6,650 rpm |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)442 hp | 5,000-6,400 rpm | 1,370-4,500 rpm | 6,650 rpm |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)401 hp | 5,000-6,400 rpm | 1,370-4,500 rpm | 6,650 rpm |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6340 hp | 5,000-6,400 rpm | 1,370-4,500 rpm | 6,650 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3)510 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)442 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)401 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6340 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.2 s | 4.6 s | 4.8 s | 5.4 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.4 s | 4.8 s | 5.1 s | 5.6 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 11.1 s | 12.8 s | 14.0 s | 17.2 s |
| Top speed | 321 km/h 199 mph | 305 km/h 190 mph | 295 km/h 183 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 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 | 5.9 s | 6.1 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.1 s | 8.4 s | 8.6 s | 9.0 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.2 s | 10.7 s | 11.0 s | 11.5 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.0 s | 12.5 s | 12.9 s | 13.6 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 209 km/h 130 mph | 198 km/h 123 mph | 191 km/h 119 mph | 178 km/h 111 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3)510 hp | 510 hp 380 kW |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)442 hp | 442 hp 330 kW |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)401 hp | 401 hp 299 kW |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6340 hp | 340 hp 254 kW |
AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3) 510 hp has 170 hp more than AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 340 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 340 hp and AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3) 510 hp: 170 hp (127 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3)510 hp | 775 Nm 572 lb-ft |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)442 hp | 675 Nm 498 lb-ft |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)401 hp | 610 Nm 450 lb-ft |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6340 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3)510 hp | 1,920 kg 4,233 lb |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)442 hp | 1,920 kg 4,233 lb |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)401 hp | 1,920 kg 4,233 lb |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6340 hp | 1,920 kg 4,233 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3)510 hp | 321 km/h 199 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)442 hp | 305 km/h 190 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)401 hp | 295 km/h 183 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6340 hp | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 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)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3)510 hp | 4.4 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)442 hp | 4.8 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)401 hp | 5.1 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6340 hp | 5.6 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3) 510 hp and AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 340 hp: 1.3 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2) 442 hp and AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1) 401 hp, separated by only 0.3 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)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3)510 hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)442 hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)401 hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6340 hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3)510 hp | 266 hp/t 198 kW/t 3.8 kg/hp |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)442 hp | 230 hp/t 172 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)401 hp | 209 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6340 hp | 177 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3)510 hp | 923 km 574 mi |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)442 hp | 923 km 574 mi |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)401 hp | 923 km 574 mi |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6340 hp | 923 km 574 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3)510 hp | 510 hp 380 kW | 4.4 s | 321 km/h 199 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)442 hp | 442 hp 330 kW | 4.8 s | 305 km/h 190 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)401 hp | 401 hp 299 kW | 5.1 s | 295 km/h 183 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6340 hp | 340 hp 254 kW | 5.6 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 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)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3)510 hp |
| 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)442 hp |
| 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)401 hp |
| 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6340 hp |
| 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3) 510 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)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3)510 hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | 4.4 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)442 hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | 4.8 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)401 hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | 5.1 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6340 hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | 5.6 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)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3)510 hp | 266 hp/t 198 kW/t 3.8 kg/hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)442 hp | 230 hp/t 172 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)401 hp | 209 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6340 hp | 177 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3)510 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2)442 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1)401 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)55 TFSI V6340 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 510 hp 380 kW | 442 hp 330 kW | 401 hp 299 kW | 340 hp 254 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 775 Nm 572 lb-ft | 675 Nm 498 lb-ft | 610 Nm 450 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.4 s | 4.8 s | 5.1 s | 5.6 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 321 km/h 199 mph | 305 km/h 190 mph | 295 km/h 183 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,920 kg 4,233 lb | 1,920 kg 4,233 lb | 1,920 kg 4,233 lb | 1,920 kg 4,233 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | 7.8 L/100 km 30.2 mpg US 36.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 923 km 574 mi | 923 km 574 mi | 923 km 574 mi | 923 km 574 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 178 g/km | 178 g/km | 178 g/km | 178 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 | 266 hp/t 198 kW/t 3.8 kg/hp | 230 hp/t 172 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | 209 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 177 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3) 510 hp | AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2) 442 hp | AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 (Stage 1) 401 hp | AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 340 hp |
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| Consumption | 7.8 L/100 km30.2 mpg US36.2 mpg UK | 7.8 L/100 km30.2 mpg US36.2 mpg UK | 7.8 L/100 km30.2 mpg US36.2 mpg UK | 7.8 L/100 km30.2 mpg US36.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 13.65 LC100 km | 13.65 LC100 km | 13.65 LC100 km | 13.65 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 21.97 LC100 mi | 21.97 LC100 mi | 21.97 LC100 mi | 21.97 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,170 L309 US gal257 UK gal | 1,170 L309 US gal257 UK gal | 1,170 L309 US gal257 UK gal | 1,170 L309 US gal257 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,048 LC/year | 2,048 LC/year | 2,048 LC/year | 2,048 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A8 (D5) 55 TFSI V6 (Stage 3) 510 hp
- Has 68 hp more
- Has 100 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 16 km/h (10 mph) higher top speed
- Has 35 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) 55 TFSI V6 (Stage 2) 442 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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