AUDI A8 (D5)
Car comparison
AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 · Stage 3vsAUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 · Stage 2vsAUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 · Stage 1vsAUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)
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60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)
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60 TDI V8
Comparison overview
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AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 (Stage 3) 674 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.3 s
- Fastest top speed345 km/h214 mph
- Most powerful674 hp503 kW
- Highest torque1,440 Nm1,062 lb-ft
- Lightest2,190 kg4,828 lb
- Best power-to-weight308 hp/t230 kW/t3.2 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption7.2 L/100 km32.7 mpg US39.2 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption8.6 L/100 km27.4 mpg US32.8 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,139 km708 mi
- Largest trunk505 L
- Best overall score87/100
- Best performance score92/100
- Best economy score87/100
- Best practicality score76/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 3)674 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)587 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)522 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8435 hp |
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| Power | 674hp503kW+239 hp | 587hp438kW+152 hp | 522hp389kW+87 hp | 435hp324kW |
| Torque | 1,440Nm1,062lb-ft+540 Nm | 1,260Nm929lb-ft+360 Nm | 1,125Nm830lb-ft+225 Nm | 900Nm664lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 2,190kg4,828lb | 2,190kg4,828lb | 2,190kg4,828lb | 2,190kg4,828lb |
| Gross weight | 2,900kg6,393lb | 2,900kg6,393lb | 2,900kg6,393lb | 2,900kg6,393lb |
| Top speed | 345 km/h 214 mph | 328 km/h 204 mph | 315 km/h 196 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 40.2s99% target: 342 km/h / 212 mph-5.0 s Calculated | 44.0s99% target: 325 km/h / 202 mph-1.2 s Calculated | 47.1s99% target: 312 km/h / 194 mph+2.0 s Calculated | 45.2s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.3s-1.1 s | 3.7s-0.8 s | 3.9s-0.5 s | 4.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 8.1s-5.3 s Calculated | 9.3s-4.1 s Calculated | 10.3s-3.1 s Calculated | 13.4s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.2s-1.0 s Calculated | 3.5s-0.7 s Calculated | 3.8s-0.4 s Calculated | 4.2s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 7.2L/100 km32.7mpg US39.2mpg UK | 7.2L/100 km32.7mpg US39.2mpg UK | 7.2L/100 km32.7mpg US39.2mpg UK | 7.2L/100 km32.7mpg US39.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 8.6L/100 km27.4mpg US32.8mpg UK | 8.6L/100 km27.4mpg US32.8mpg UK | 8.6L/100 km27.4mpg US32.8mpg UK | 8.6L/100 km27.4mpg US32.8mpg 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 | 10.6s-1.7 s Calculated | 11.1s-1.2 s Calculated | 11.5s-0.8 s Calculated | 12.3s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 308hp/t230kW/t140hp/1000 lb Calculated | 268hp/t200kW/t122hp/1000 lb Calculated | 238hp/t178kW/t108hp/1000 lb Calculated | 199hp/t148kW/t90hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 658Nm/t440lb-ft/ton Calculated | 575Nm/t385lb-ft/ton Calculated | 514Nm/t344lb-ft/ton Calculated | 411Nm/t275lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,139km708mi Calculated | 1,139km708mi Calculated | 1,139km708mi Calculated | 1,139km708mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 3,956cc241cu in | 3,956cc241cu in | 3,956cc241cu in | 3,956cc241cu 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 | 82L | 82L | 82L | 82L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 (Stage 3) 674 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 (Stage 2) 587 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 (Stage 1) 522 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 435 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 3)674 hp | 3,750-4,750 rpm | 1,250-3,250 rpm | 5,000 rpm |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)587 hp | 3,750-4,750 rpm | 1,250-3,250 rpm | 5,000 rpm |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)522 hp | 3,750-4,750 rpm | 1,250-3,250 rpm | 5,000 rpm |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8435 hp | 3,750-4,750 rpm | 1,250-3,250 rpm | 5,000 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 3)674 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)587 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)522 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8435 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.2 s | 3.5 s | 3.8 s | 4.2 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.3 s | 3.7 s | 3.9 s | 4.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 8.1 s | 9.3 s | 10.3 s | 13.4 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 24.1 s | 38.1 s | - | - |
| Top speed | 345 km/h 214 mph | 328 km/h 204 mph | 315 km/h 196 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.0 s | 2.1 s | 2.1 s | 2.2 s |
330 ft 101 m | 4.9 s | 5.1 s | 5.3 s | 5.5 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.2 s | 7.5 s | 7.7 s | 8.2 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.0 s | 9.5 s | 9.8 s | 10.4 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 10.6 s | 11.1 s | 11.5 s | 12.3 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 235 km/h 146 mph | 222 km/h 138 mph | 213 km/h 132 mph | 192 km/h 120 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 3)674 hp | 674 hp 503 kW |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)587 hp | 587 hp 438 kW |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)522 hp | 522 hp 389 kW |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8435 hp | 435 hp 324 kW |
AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 (Stage 3) 674 hp has 239 hp more than AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 435 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 435 hp and AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 (Stage 3) 674 hp: 239 hp (178 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 3)674 hp | 1,440 Nm 1,062 lb-ft |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)587 hp | 1,260 Nm 929 lb-ft |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)522 hp | 1,125 Nm 830 lb-ft |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8435 hp | 900 Nm 664 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 3)674 hp | 2,190 kg 4,828 lb |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)587 hp | 2,190 kg 4,828 lb |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)522 hp | 2,190 kg 4,828 lb |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8435 hp | 2,190 kg 4,828 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 3)674 hp | 345 km/h 214 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)587 hp | 328 km/h 204 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)522 hp | 315 km/h 196 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8435 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 |
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| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 3)674 hp | 3.3 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)587 hp | 3.7 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)522 hp | 3.9 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8435 hp | 4.4 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 (Stage 3) 674 hp and AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 435 hp: 1.1 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 (Stage 2) 587 hp and AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 (Stage 1) 522 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)60 TDI V8 (Stage 3)674 hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)587 hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)522 hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8435 hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 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)60 TDI V8 (Stage 3)674 hp | 308 hp/t 230 kW/t 3.2 kg/hp |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)587 hp | 268 hp/t 200 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)522 hp | 238 hp/t 178 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8435 hp | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 3)674 hp | 1,139 km 708 mi |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)587 hp | 1,139 km 708 mi |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)522 hp | 1,139 km 708 mi |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8435 hp | 1,139 km 708 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 3)674 hp | 674 hp 503 kW | 3.3 s | 345 km/h 214 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)587 hp | 587 hp 438 kW | 3.7 s | 328 km/h 204 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)522 hp | 522 hp 389 kW | 3.9 s | 315 km/h 196 mph |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8435 hp | 435 hp 324 kW | 4.4 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)60 TDI V8 (Stage 3)674 hp |
| 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)587 hp |
| 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)522 hp |
| 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8435 hp |
| 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 (Stage 3) 674 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)60 TDI V8 (Stage 3)674 hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | 3.3 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)587 hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | 3.7 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)522 hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | 3.9 s |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8435 hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | 4.4 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)60 TDI V8 (Stage 3)674 hp | 308 hp/t 230 kW/t 3.2 kg/hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)587 hp | 268 hp/t 200 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)522 hp | 238 hp/t 178 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8435 hp | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 3)674 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 2)587 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8 (Stage 1)522 hp | AUDIA8 (D5)60 TDI V8435 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 674 hp 503 kW | 587 hp 438 kW | 522 hp 389 kW | 435 hp 324 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 1,440 Nm 1,062 lb-ft | 1,260 Nm 929 lb-ft | 1,125 Nm 830 lb-ft | 900 Nm 664 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.3 s | 3.7 s | 3.9 s | 4.4 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 345 km/h 214 mph | 328 km/h 204 mph | 315 km/h 196 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 2,190 kg 4,828 lb | 2,190 kg 4,828 lb | 2,190 kg 4,828 lb | 2,190 kg 4,828 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | 7.2 L/100 km 32.7 mpg US 39.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,139 km 708 mi | 1,139 km 708 mi | 1,139 km 708 mi | 1,139 km 708 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 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 | 308 hp/t 230 kW/t 3.2 kg/hp | 268 hp/t 200 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp | 238 hp/t 178 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 (Stage 3) 674 hp | AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 (Stage 2) 587 hp | AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 (Stage 1) 522 hp | AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 435 hp |
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| Consumption | 7.2 L/100 km32.7 mpg US39.2 mpg UK | 7.2 L/100 km32.7 mpg US39.2 mpg UK | 7.2 L/100 km32.7 mpg US39.2 mpg UK | 7.2 L/100 km32.7 mpg US39.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 12.60 LC100 km | 12.60 LC100 km | 12.60 LC100 km | 12.60 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 20.28 LC100 mi | 20.28 LC100 mi | 20.28 LC100 mi | 20.28 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,080 L285 US gal238 UK gal | 1,080 L285 US gal238 UK gal | 1,080 L285 US gal238 UK gal | 1,080 L285 US gal238 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,890 LC/year | 1,890 LC/year | 1,890 LC/year | 1,890 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 (Stage 3) 674 hp
- Has 87 hp more
- Has 180 Nm more
- Is 0.3 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 17 km/h (11 mph) higher top speed
- Has 40 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
AUDI A8 (D5) 60 TDI V8 (Stage 2) 587 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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