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Audi A8 L vs BMW 7 Series Comparison
Carbike360 comprehensive Audi A8 L and BMW 7 Series comparison based on price, specifications, fuel efficiency, features, and more.
Audi A8 L Technology is priced at ₹1.54 Cr, BMW 7 Series 740i M Sport is priced at ₹1.83 Cr.
Audi A8 L Technology comes with 2995 cc, 6 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC engine, BMW 7 Series 740i M Sport comes with 2998 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC engine.
Audi A8 L vs BMW 7 Series Comparison Overview
| Key Highlights | Audi A8 L | BMW 7 Series |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Capacity | 2995 cc, 6 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC | 2998 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC |
| Power | 344 bhp @ 5000-6400 rpm | 375 bhp @ 5200 rpm |
| Transmission | Automatic - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode | Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode |
| Fuel Type | Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol) | Petrol |
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Audi A8 L
₹ 1.54 Cr
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BMW 7 Series
₹ 1.83 Cr
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Audi A8 L
₹ 1.54 Cr
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BMW 7 Series
₹ 1.83 Cr
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Ex-Showroom Price
1.54 Cr
1.83 Cr
EMI
₹2,83,957
@ 8.5% for 5 years
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₹3,37,907
@ 8.5% for 5 years
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Brochure
User Rating
4.4
4.3
NCAP Rating
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Frunk Storage
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No of Rows
2 Rows
2 Rows
Seating Capacity
4 Person
5 Person
Doors
4 Doors
4 Doors
Bootspace
505 litres
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Fuel Tank Capacity
72 litres
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Highway Mileage
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AC Regular Charging
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Range
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Fuel Type
Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol)
Petrol
Max Engine Torque (Nm@rpm)
500 Nm @ 1370-4500 Rpm
520 Nm @ 1850 Rpm
DC Fast Charging
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Transmission
Automatic - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Engine Type
3.0L Twin-Turbocharged FSI V6 MHEV
B58 Turbocharged I6
Electric Motor Assist
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Battery
48 Volt
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Battery Charging
—
—
Electric Motor
—
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
344 Bhp @ 5000-6400 Rpm
375 Bhp @ 5200 Rpm
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) Claimed
5.7 seconds
5.4 seconds
Others
Idle Start/Stop
Idle Start/Stop
Pure Electric Driving Mode
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Alternate Fuel
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
500 Nm @ 1370-4500 Rpm
520 Nm @ 1850 Rpm
Max Motor Performance
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@ 17 Rpm, 200 Nm
Mileage (ARAI)
10.8 kmpl
12.61 kmpl
AC Fast Charging
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Top Speed
250 kmph
250 kmph
Drivetrain
AWD
RWD
Driving Range
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Engine
2995 Cc, 6 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
2998 Cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Acceleration (0-100 kmph)
5.7 seconds
5.4 seconds
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2
Performance on Alternate Fuel
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Turbocharger / Supercharger
Twin Turbo
Turbocharged
City Mileage
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Ground Clearance (unladen)
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Height
1488 mm
1544 mm
Width
1945 mm
1950 mm
Ground Clearance
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Kerb Weight
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Wheelbase
3128 mm
3215 mm
Length
5320 mm
5391 mm
Rear Suspension
Predictive Active Air Suspension
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Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Tyre Construction
Radial - Tubeless
Radial - Tubeless
Wheels
Alloy Wheels
Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel
Space Saver
Space Saver
Front Tyres
255 / 45 R19
255 / 45 R20
Rear Tyres
255 / 45 R19
285 / 40 R20
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Front Suspension
Predictive Active Air Suspension
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Four Wheel Steering
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Steering Type
Power Assisted (Electric)
Power Assisted (Electric)
Minimum Turning Radius
6.45 metres
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Antenna
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Shark Fin Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Rub-strips
Chrome Finish
Roof-mounted Antenna
Sunroof / Moonroof
Panoramic
Panoramic
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Body Kit
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Child Safety Lock
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Central Locking
Keyless
Keyless
Engine Immobiliser
Rear Passenger Seat Type
Bench
Individual
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
16 Way Electrically Adjustable With 2 Memory Presets (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down, Seat Height Up / Down, Lumbar Up / Down, Lumbar Forward / Back, Seat Base Angle Up / Down, Shoulder Support Forward / Back) + 2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Forward / Back)
10 Way Electrically Adjustable With 2 Memory Presets (seat: Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back, Seat Height: Up / Down, Lumbar: Up / Down, Lumbar: Forward / Back) + 4 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest: Up / Down, Extended Thigh Support: Forward / Back)
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Driver Armrest
Ventilated Seat Type
Heated And Cooled
Heated And Cooled
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
10 Way Electrically Adjustable With 2 Memory Presets (backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down, Lumbar Up / Down, Lumbar Forward / Back, Seat Base Angle Up / Down) + 2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Forward / Back)
8 Way Electrically Adjustable With 3 Memory Presets (seat: Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back, Lumbar: Up / Down, Lumbar: Forward / Back) + 2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest: Up / Down)
Massage Seats
Second Row Seat Adjustment
10 Way Electrically Adjustable With 2 Memory Presets (backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down, Lumbar Up / Down, Lumbar Forward / Back, Seat Base Angle Up / Down) + 2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Forward / Back)
8 Way Electrically Adjustable With 3 Memory Presets (seat: Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back, Lumbar: Up / Down, Lumbar: Forward / Back) + 2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest: Up / Down)
Driver Seat Adjustment
16 Way Electrically Adjustable With 2 Memory Presets (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down, Seat Height Up / Down, Lumbar Up / Down, Lumbar Forward / Back, Seat Base Angle Up / Down, Shoulder Support Forward / Back) + 2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Forward / Back)
10 Way Electrically Adjustable With 2 Memory Presets (seat: Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back, Seat Height: Up / Down, Lumbar: Up / Down, Lumbar: Forward / Back) + 4 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest: Up / Down, Extended Thigh Support: Forward / Back)
Interiors
Dual Tone
Dual Tone
Interior Colours
Black, Merino Gray / Meteorite Gray, Merlot Red / Black, Metropolis Gray / Granite Gray, Mother-of-Pearl / Sapwood Brown, Nutmeg Brown / Black, Nutmeg Brown / Tourmaline Blue, Saiga Beige / Black, Sard Brown / Black
Merino Amarone/Merino Smoke White/Merino Mocha/Merino Black/Merino Tartufo
Seat Upholstery
Leather
Leather
Ventilated Seats
All
All
Rear Armrest
Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Split Rear Seat
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Departure Prevention
Puncture Repair Kit
Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning
Airbags
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, Front Center)
Blind Spot Detection
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
NCAP Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
High-beam Assist
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Rear Middle Head Rest
Overspeed Warning
1 Beep Over 80kmph, Continuous Beeps Over 120kmph
1 Beep Over 80kmph, Continuous Beeps Over 120kmph
Rear Cross-traffic Assist
Dashcam
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Exterior Door Handles
Chrome
Painted
Interior Door Handles Finish
Chrome
Painted
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)
Both Sides
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Power Windows Position
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener
Electric Opening And Closing
Electric Tailgate Release
Exterior Door Handles Finish
Chrome
Painted
ORVM Colour
Body Coloured
Body Coloured
Door Pockets
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Soft-close Door
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Rear Windshield Blind
Electric
Electric
Rear Defogger
Scuff Plates
Metallic
Metallic
Rain-sensing Wipers
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Adjustable ORVMs
Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
One Touch Up
All
All
One Touch Down
All
All
Interior Door Handles
Chrome
Painted
Side Window Blinds
Rear - Electric
Rear - Electric
Rear Wiper
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Speakers
23
44
Infotainment Screen Size
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14.9 inch
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Internal Hard Drive
Head Unit Size
Not Available
Wireless Charger
AUX Compatibility
Bluetooth Compatibility
Phone & Audio Streaming
Phone & Audio Streaming
AM/FM Radio
Steering-mounted controls
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
Touchscreen Size
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14.9 inch
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
USB Compatibility
Display
Touch-screen Display
Touch-screen Display
Smart Connectivity
Android Auto (Wireless), Apple Car Play (Wireless)
Android Auto (Yes), Apple Car Play (Yes)
DVD Playback
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Android Auto
Wireless
iPod Compatibility
Gesture Control
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Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
Low Fuel Level Warning
Average Fuel Consumption
Trip Meter
2 Trips Electronic
2 Trips
Average Speed
Clock
Digital
Digital
Instantaneous Consumption
Distance to Empty
Heads Up Display (HUD)
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Shift Indicator
Dynamic
Door Ajar Warning
Instrument Cluster
Digital
Digital
Instrument Cluster Screen Type
Digital
Digital
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Battery Warranty (In Years)
Warranty (In Kilometres)
Unlimited
40000
Warranty (In Years)
2
3
Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
Cooled Glovebox
Cup Holders
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Cup Holders Position
Front & Second Row
Front & Second Row
Driver Armrest Storage
Sunglass Holder
Third Row Cup Holders
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Heated/Cooled Cup Holders
Yes(Front Only)
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder
Air Conditioner
Yes (Automatic Four Zone)
Yes (Automatic Four Zone)
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Cabin Boot Access
Third Row AC Zone
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Front AC
Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
12V Power Outlets
2
1
Parking Assist
360 Degree Camera
360 Degree Camera
Heater
Steering Adjustment
Electric Tilt & Telescopic
Electric Tilt & Telescopic
Anti-glare Mirrors
Electronic - All
Electronic - All
Cruise Control
Rear AC
Two Zones, Vents Behind Front Armrest And On Pillars, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Two Zones, Vents Behind Front Armrest And On Pillars, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Driver & Co-Driver
Driver & Co-Driver
Electronic Parking Brake
Auto Hold
Auto Hold
Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones
Automatic Climate Control: Four Zone
Automatic Climate Control: Four Zone
Air Purifier
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Taillights
LED
LED
Puddle Lamps
Automatic Headlamps
Ambient Interior Lighting
Multi-colour
Multi-colour
Ambient Interior Count
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15
Fog Lights
LED
LED,LED
Reading Lamp
Headlights
LED
LED
Daytime Running Lights
LED
LED
Cabin Lamps
Front And Rear
Centre
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights
Intelligent
Intelligent
Light on Vanity Mirrors
Driver & Co-Driver
Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp
Cabin Lamps Position
Front And Rear
Centre
Ride Height Adjustment
Differential Lock
Electronic
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Limited Slip Differential (LSD)
Four-Wheel-Drive
Torque-On-Demand
Hill Hold Control
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Brake Assist (BA)
Hill Descent Control
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A8 L Comparison with similar cars
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Pros And Cons
Audi A8 L
- ✓Ultra-luxurious rear-seat experience, ideal for chauffeur-driven owners.
- ✓Powerful yet refined V6 petrol engine with mild-hybrid efficiency.
- ✓Predictive active suspension delivers unmatched ride comfort.
- ✓Best-in-class infotainment and sound system quality.
- ✓Strong safety and driver assistance feature set.
BMW 7 Series
- ✓Exceptional BMW 7 Series rear-seat comfort and luxury
- ✓Powerful and refined engine options
- ✓Advanced technology and infotainment features
- ✓Smooth ride quality ideal for long journeys
- ✓Strong brand value as BMW’s flagship sedan
