Audi A8 55 TFSI vs 740i — full comparison

Audi A8 55 TFSI

Sedan · Gasoline · AWD

740i

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Audi A8 55 TFSI

The Audi A8 55 TFSI pairs strong V6 performance with AWD confidence and space for five, making it a capable long‑distance companion. Its premium price and petrol-only setup will suit highway travelers more than city or budget-focused drivers.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety340 hpAWD

Car B

740i

A premium saloon that blends strong straight-line performance with five-seat comfort and a useful 515-litre boot. Best suited to long road trips and upscale family duties rather than tight-city errands.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety8.5 L/100km

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 54 / 63

City 26 / 27

Budget / value 21 / 37

Road trip 71 / 65

Performance 39 / 32

Cargo 28 / 28

Practical 30 / 43

Premium 68 / 68

Winter 70 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A8 55 TFSI · Orange = 740i

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A8 55 TFSI 740i

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Pros & cons

Audi A8 55 TFSI

Strong acceleration (0–100 km/h in 4.5 s) for confident passing and merging
AWD traction adds confidence in winter and on wet roads
505 L trunk and five seats support family travel and road trips
For its performance, 9 L/100 km combined is efficient for its class
Premium price of 86,400 suits luxury budgets, not cost-focused shoppers
Petrol powertrain offers no electric driving range
9 L/100 km can feel thirsty in stop‑and‑go city use
Performance capability is underused if most driving is short, urban trips

740i

Rapid 0–100 km/h in 4.0 s and 250 km/h top speed make effortless motorway overtakes.
Spacious five-seat cabin and 515 L trunk support family travel.
335 hp and 450 Nm deliver relaxed cruising performance.
Combined 8.5 L/100 km is efficient for its class for a large gasoline saloon.
Premium pricing at around 86,000 may stretch family budgets.
Large saloon footprint is less convenient for city driving and tight parking.
Front-wheel drive dynamics may not suit buyers seeking a rear-driven feel.
Not ideal for cargo-heavy use despite a sizable trunk.

Verdict

Pick Audi A8 55 TFSI if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Audi A8 55 TFSI is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick 740i if…

Performance & capability

740i is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A8 55 TFSI

740i

Verdict

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