Audi A8 L 50 TDI vs 740d xDrive

Audi A8 L 50 TDI

Sedan · Diesel · AWD

740d xDrive

Sedan · Diesel · AWD

Car A

Audi A8 L 50 TDI

A premium AWD diesel with strong torque and long-haul efficiency, the A8 L 50 TDI suits road trips and year-round commuting. It’s quick and spacious for five with a 505 L trunk, but it won’t satisfy tight budgets or cargo-heavy needs.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safetyAWD

Car B

740d xDrive

The 740d xDrive is a premium AWD diesel saloon built for long-distance road trips, blending strong acceleration with efficient cruising. Its five-seat cabin and 500-liter boot suit family travel, but it’s less ideal for tight-city routines and cargo-heavy tasks.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety6.5 L/100km320 hpAWD

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 54 / 64

City 30 / 31

Budget / value 24 / 42

Road trip 71 / 68

Performance 40 / 38

Cargo 28 / 28

Practical 33 / 46

Premium 67 / 67

Winter 70 / 70

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A8 L 50 TDI · Orange = 740d xDrive

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A8 L 50 TDI 740d xDrive

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Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 50 TDI

Diesel efficiency (6.7 L/100 km) supports long-distance road trips
600 Nm torque and 286 hp make overtakes effortless
AWD adds confidence in winter and poor weather
505 L trunk and five seats suit growing families
Price of 86,900 doesn’t align with budget-focused priorities
Diesel-only powertrain won’t suit buyers avoiding diesel
Not designed for cargo-heavy hauling despite a large trunk
0–100 km/h in 5.9 s may not satisfy maximum-acceleration seekers

740d xDrive

AWD traction for winter roads and mixed conditions
4.5 s 0-100 km/h and 680 Nm for effortless overtakes
6.5 combined consumption makes it efficient for its class on long trips
Five seats and a 500-liter boot support growing-family travel
Saloon body limits cargo flexibility versus wagons and SUVs
Diesel powertrain is not the best fit for mostly short city trips
Premium pricing around 85,000 may exceed some budgets
Large footprint makes tight urban driving and parking less convenient

Verdict

Pick Audi A8 L 50 TDI if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Audi A8 L 50 TDI is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick 740d xDrive if…

More power

740d xDrive puts out 320 hp vs 286 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 50 TDI

740d xDrive

Verdict

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