Audi A8 55 TFSI vs 740i xDrive

Audi A8 55 TFSI

Sedan · Gasoline · AWD

740i xDrive

Sedan · Gasoline · AWD

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 xDrive

The BMW 740i xDrive is a premium AWD saloon that pairs strong acceleration with practical road‑trip utility from its five seats and 500‑liter trunk. It’s best suited to highways and long journeys, while city and cargo‑heavy use are not its focus.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safetyAWD

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar pricestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 54 / 62

City 26 / 26

Budget / value 21 / 36

Road trip 71 / 70

Performance 39 / 38

Cargo 28 / 28

Practical 30 / 42

Premium 68 / 68

Winter 70 / 70

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

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A8 55 TFSI 740i xDrive

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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 xDrive

Quick 0–100 km/h in 4.0 s for confident overtakes
xDrive AWD traction for year‑round driving
500 L trunk and five seats suit family road trips
335 hp and 250 km/h top speed favor relaxed highway travel
Combined consumption of 9 won’t suit economy‑first buyers
Price sits firmly in the premium bracket
Saloon body and 500 L trunk limit bulky cargo versus taller vehicles
Less ideal for tight city driving and frequent stop‑start use

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 xDrive if…

Performance & capability

740i xDrive 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 xDrive

Verdict

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