AUDI A8L (D4/4H) · Facelift 2013
Car comparison
AUDI A8L (D4/4H) · Facelift 2013 2.0 · Stage 3vsAUDI A8L (D4/4H) · Facelift 2013 2.0 · Stage 2vsAUDI A8L (D4/4H) · Facelift 2013 2.0 · Stage 1vsAUDI A8L (D4/4H) · Facelift 2013 2.0
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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2.0 (Stage 2)
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2.0 (Stage 1)
AUDI A8L (D4/4H) · Facelift 2013
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Comparison overview
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Best choices
AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 (Stage 3) 317 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.1 s
- Fastest top speed267 km/h166 mph
- Most powerful317 hp236 kW
- Highest torque543 Nm400 lb-ft
- Lightest1,920 kg4,233 lb
- Best power-to-weight165 hp/t123 kW/t6.1 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions146 g/km
- Best estimated range1,238 km769 mi
- Largest trunk335 L
- Best overall score68/100
- Best performance score67/100
- Best economy score90/100
- Best practicality score70/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp | AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 2)274 hp | AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp | AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0211 hp |
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| Power | 317hp236kW+106 hp | 274hp205kW+63 hp | 249hp186kW+38 hp | 211hp157kW |
| Torque | 543Nm400lb-ft+193 Nm | 473Nm348lb-ft+123 Nm | 427Nm315lb-ft+77 Nm | 350Nm258lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,920kg4,233lb | 1,920kg4,233lb | 1,920kg4,233lb | 1,920kg4,233lb |
| Gross weight | 2,520kg5,556lb | 2,520kg5,556lb | 2,520kg5,556lb | 2,520kg5,556lb |
| Top speed | 267 km/h 166 mph | 256 km/h 159 mph | 249 km/h 155 mph | 228 km/h 142 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 65.3s99% target: 264 km/h / 164 mph-8.2 s Calculated | 69.9s99% target: 253 km/h / 157 mph-3.6 s Calculated | 72.9s99% target: 247 km/h / 153 mph-0.6 s Calculated | 73.5s99% target: 226 km/h / 140 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1s-1.8 s | 6.7s-1.2 s | 7.1s-0.8 s | 7.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 18.8s-12.8 s Calculated | 21.8s-9.8 s Calculated | 24.2s-7.4 s Calculated | 31.6s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.9s-1.7 s Calculated | 6.4s-1.1 s Calculated | 6.8s-0.7 s Calculated | 7.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.1s-1.6 s Calculated | 14.6s-1.1 s Calculated | 15.0s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.7s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 165hp/t123kW/t75hp/1000 lb Calculated | 143hp/t107kW/t65hp/1000 lb Calculated | 130hp/t97kW/t59hp/1000 lb Calculated | 110hp/t82kW/t50hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 283Nm/t189lb-ft/ton Calculated | 246Nm/t165lb-ft/ton Calculated | 222Nm/t149lb-ft/ton Calculated | 182Nm/t122lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,238km769mi Calculated | 1,238km769mi Calculated | 1,238km769mi Calculated | 1,238km769mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu in |
| Length | 5,265mm207in | 5,265mm207in | 5,265mm207in | 5,265mm207in |
| Width | 1,949mm77in | 1,949mm77in | 1,949mm77in | 1,949mm77in |
| Height | 1,471mm58in | 1,471mm58in | 1,471mm58in | 1,471mm58in |
| Wheelbase | 3,122mm123in | 3,122mm123in | 3,122mm123in | 3,122mm123in |
| Front track | 1,644mm65in | 1,644mm65in | 1,644mm65in | 1,644mm65in |
| Rear track | 1,635mm64in | 1,635mm64in | 1,635mm64in | 1,635mm64in |
| Trunk volume | 335L | 335L | 335L | 335L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 78L | 78L | 78L | 78L |
| CO2 emissions | 146g/km | 146g/km | 146g/km | 146g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 (Stage 3) 317 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 (Stage 2) 274 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 (Stage 1) 249 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 211 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp | 4,200-6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,200 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 2)274 hp | 4,200-6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,200 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp | 4,200-6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,200 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0211 hp | 4,200-6,000 rpm | 1,500-4,200 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp | AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 2)274 hp | AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp | AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0211 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.9 s | 6.4 s | 6.8 s | 7.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.1 s | 6.7 s | 7.1 s | 7.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 18.8 s | 21.8 s | 24.2 s | 31.6 s |
| Top speed | 267 km/h 166 mph | 256 km/h 159 mph | 249 km/h 155 mph | 228 km/h 142 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.4 s | 6.6 s | 6.8 s | 7.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.4 s | 9.8 s | 10.0 s | 10.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.9 s | 12.4 s | 12.7 s | 13.3 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.1 s | 14.6 s | 15.0 s | 15.7 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 173 km/h 108 mph | 166 km/h 103 mph | 161 km/h 100 mph | 152 km/h 94 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp | 317 hp 236 kW |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 2)274 hp | 274 hp 205 kW |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp | 249 hp 186 kW |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0211 hp | 211 hp 157 kW |
AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 (Stage 3) 317 hp has 106 hp more than AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 211 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 211 hp and AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 (Stage 3) 317 hp: 106 hp (79 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp | 543 Nm 400 lb-ft |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 2)274 hp | 473 Nm 348 lb-ft |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp | 427 Nm 315 lb-ft |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0211 hp | 350 Nm 258 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp | 1,920 kg 4,233 lb |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 2)274 hp | 1,920 kg 4,233 lb |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp | 1,920 kg 4,233 lb |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0211 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 |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp | 267 km/h 166 mph |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 2)274 hp | 256 km/h 159 mph |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp | 249 km/h 155 mph |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0211 hp | 228 km/h 142 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp | 6.1 s |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 2)274 hp | 6.7 s |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp | 7.1 s |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0211 hp | 7.9 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 (Stage 3) 317 hp and AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 211 hp: 1.8 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 (Stage 2) 274 hp and AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 (Stage 1) 249 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 |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 2)274 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0211 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 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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| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 2)274 hp | 143 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0211 hp | 110 hp/t 82 kW/t 9.1 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp | 1,238 km 769 mi |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 2)274 hp | 1,238 km 769 mi |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp | 1,238 km 769 mi |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0211 hp | 1,238 km 769 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp | 317 hp 236 kW | 6.1 s | 267 km/h 166 mph |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 2)274 hp | 274 hp 205 kW | 6.7 s | 256 km/h 159 mph |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp | 249 hp 186 kW | 7.1 s | 249 km/h 155 mph |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0211 hp | 211 hp 157 kW | 7.9 s | 228 km/h 142 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp |
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| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp |
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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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| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp |
| 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 2)274 hp |
| 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp |
| 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0211 hp |
| 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 (Stage 3) 317 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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| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 6.1 s |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 2)274 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 6.7 s |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 7.1 s |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0211 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 7.9 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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| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 2)274 hp | 143 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0211 hp | 110 hp/t 82 kW/t 9.1 kg/hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 3)317 hp | AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 2)274 hp | AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0 (Stage 1)249 hp | AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20132.0211 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 317 hp 236 kW | 274 hp 205 kW | 249 hp 186 kW | 211 hp 157 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 543 Nm 400 lb-ft | 473 Nm 348 lb-ft | 427 Nm 315 lb-ft | 350 Nm 258 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.1 s | 6.7 s | 7.1 s | 7.9 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 267 km/h 166 mph | 256 km/h 159 mph | 249 km/h 155 mph | 228 km/h 142 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 | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,238 km 769 mi | 1,238 km 769 mi | 1,238 km 769 mi | 1,238 km 769 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 146 g/km | 146 g/km | 146 g/km | 146 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 335 L 11.8 cu ft | 335 L 11.8 cu ft | 335 L 11.8 cu ft | 335 L 11.8 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 143 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp | 110 hp/t 82 kW/t 9.1 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 (Stage 3) 317 hp | AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 (Stage 2) 274 hp | AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 (Stage 1) 249 hp | AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 211 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.03 LC100 km | 11.03 LC100 km | 11.03 LC100 km | 11.03 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 17.74 LC100 mi | 17.74 LC100 mi | 17.74 LC100 mi | 17.74 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 945 L250 US gal208 UK gal | 945 L250 US gal208 UK gal | 945 L250 US gal208 UK gal | 945 L250 US gal208 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,654 LC/year | 1,654 LC/year | 1,654 LC/year | 1,654 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 (Stage 3) 317 hp
- Has 42 hp more
- Has 70 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 22 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 A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 2.0 (Stage 2) 274 hp
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