AUDI A8L (D5)
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AUDI A8L (D5) 50 TDI V6vsAUDI A8L (D4/4H) · Facelift 2013 3.0 TDI V6 clean diesel
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonAUDI A8L (D4/4H) · Facelift 2013
3.0 TDI V6 clean diesel
Comparison overview
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AUDI A8L (D5) 50 TDI V6
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.9 s
- Fastest top speed260 km/h162 mph Unrestricted250 km/h155 mph Restricted
- Most powerful286 hp213 kW
- Highest torque600 Nm443 lb-ft
- Best power-to-weight143 hp/t107 kW/t7.0 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions152 g/km
- Best overall score70/100
- Best performance score67/100
- Best economy score91/100
- Best practicality score77/100
AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 3.0 TDI V6 clean diesel
- Lightest1,935 kg4,266 lb
- Lowest highway consumption5.2 L/100 km45.2 mpg US54.3 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,367 km849 mi
- Largest trunk520 L
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA8L (D5)50 TDI V6 | AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20133.0 TDI V6 clean diesel |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 286hp213kW | 258hp192kW |
| Torque | 600Nm443lb-ft | 580Nm428lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 2,000kg4,409lb | 1,935kg4,266lb |
| Gross weight | 2,700kg5,952lb | 2,585kg5,699lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 63.3s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated | 66.5s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9s | 6.1s |
| 0-200 km/h | 18.9s Calculated | 19.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.6s Calculated | 5.8s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.9s Calculated | 14.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 143hp/t107kW/t65hp/1000 lb Calculated | 133hp/t99kW/t60hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 300Nm/t201lb-ft/ton Calculated | 300Nm/t201lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,241km771mi Calculated | 1,367km849mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,967cc181cu in | 2,967cc181cu in |
| Length | 5,302mm209in | 5,265mm207in |
| Width | 1,945mm77in | 1,949mm77in |
| Height | 1,485mm58in | 1,471mm58in |
| Wheelbase | 3,128mm123in | 3,122mm123in |
| Front track | 1,644mm65in | 1,644mm65in |
| Rear track | 1,633mm64in | 1,635mm64in |
| Trunk volume | 505L | 520L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 72L | 82L |
| CO2 emissions | 152g/km | 158g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A8L (D5) 50 TDI V6: Power / Torque
- AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 3.0 TDI V6 clean diesel: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D5)50 TDI V6 | 3,750-4,000 rpm | 1,250-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20133.0 TDI V6 clean diesel | 4,000-4,250 rpm | 1,750-2,500 rpm | 4,500 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA8L (D5)50 TDI V6 | AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20133.0 TDI V6 clean diesel |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration checkpoints | ||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.6 s | 5.8 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.9 s | 6.1 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 18.9 s | 19.7 s |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||
60 ft 18 m | 2.5 s | 2.5 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.3 s | 6.3 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.2 s | 9.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.8 s | 11.9 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.9 s | 14.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 173 km/h 107 mph | 171 km/h 106 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D5)50 TDI V6 | 286 hp 213 kW |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20133.0 TDI V6 clean diesel | 258 hp 192 kW |
AUDI A8L (D5) 50 TDI V6 has 28 hp more than AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 3.0 TDI V6 clean diesel.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 3.0 TDI V6 clean diesel and AUDI A8L (D5) 50 TDI V6: 28 hp (21 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D5)50 TDI V6 | 600 Nm 443 lb-ft |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20133.0 TDI V6 clean diesel | 580 Nm 428 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D5)50 TDI V6 | 2,000 kg 4,409 lb |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20133.0 TDI V6 clean diesel | 1,935 kg 4,266 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D5)50 TDI V6 | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20133.0 TDI V6 clean diesel | 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 |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D5)50 TDI V6 | 5.9 s |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20133.0 TDI V6 clean diesel | 6.1 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A8L (D5) 50 TDI V6 and AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 3.0 TDI V6 clean diesel: 0.2 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D5)50 TDI V6 | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20133.0 TDI V6 clean diesel | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D5)50 TDI V6 | 143 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20133.0 TDI V6 clean diesel | 133 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D5)50 TDI V6 | 1,241 km 771 mi |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20133.0 TDI V6 clean diesel | 1,367 km 849 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D5)50 TDI V6 | 286 hp 213 kW | 5.9 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20133.0 TDI V6 clean diesel | 258 hp 192 kW | 6.1 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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| AUDIA8L (D5)50 TDI V6 |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20133.0 TDI V6 clean diesel |
| 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A8L (D5) 50 TDI V6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| AUDIA8L (D5)50 TDI V6 | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.9 s |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20133.0 TDI V6 clean diesel | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | 6.1 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 (D5)50 TDI V6 | 143 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20133.0 TDI V6 clean diesel | 133 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA8L (D5)50 TDI V6 | AUDIA8L (D4/4H)Facelift 20133.0 TDI V6 clean diesel | ||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 286 hp 213 kW | 258 hp 192 kW | ||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 600 Nm 443 lb-ft | 580 Nm 428 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.9 s | 6.1 s | ||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 2,000 kg 4,409 lb | 1,935 kg 4,266 lb | ||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,241 km 771 mi | 1,367 km 849 mi | ||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 152 g/km | 158 g/km | ||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 505 L 17.8 cu ft | 520 L 18.4 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 143 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 133 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A8L (D5) 50 TDI V6 | AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 3.0 TDI V6 clean diesel |
|---|---|---|
| Consumption | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK | 6 L/100 km39.2 mpg US47.1 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 10.15 LC100 km | 10.50 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi | 16.90 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal | 900 L238 US gal198 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,523 LC/year | 1,575 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A8L (D5) 50 TDI V6
- Has 28 hp more
- Has 20 Nm more
- Is 0.2 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Uses 0.2 L/100 km less fuel
- Has 10 hp/t better power-to-weight
- Emits 6 g/km less CO2
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
Cons
- Heaviest
- Smallest trunk
AUDI A8L (D4/4H) Facelift 2013 3.0 TDI V6 clean diesel
- Is 65 kg lighter
- Has 125 km (78 mi) more estimated range
- Has 15 L more trunk volume
Pros
- Lightest
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Slowest 0-100 km/h
- Lowest power
- Highest combined fuel consumption
- Highest CO2 emissions
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