Audi A8 L 55 TFSI vs 740i — full comparison

Audi A8 L 55 TFSI

Sedan · Gasoline · AWD

740i

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Audi A8 L 55 TFSI

The Audi A8 L 55 TFSI combines strong V6 performance and AWD stability with generous space for five, making it a confident long-distance luxury sedan. It ranks high for horsepower, acceleration, and safety, though its size and premium pricing suit it best outside dense cities.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety8.4 L/100km340 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 safety

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 54 / 63

City 27 / 27

Budget / value 22 / 37

Road trip 71 / 65

Performance 39 / 32

Cargo 28 / 28

Practical 31 / 43

Premium 68 / 68

Winter 70 / 30

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

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A8 L 55 TFSI 740i

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Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 55 TFSI

Strong V6 output and 0–100 km/h in 4.5 s for confident passing
AWD traction adds stability in varied weather and on long trips
Spacious five-seat cabin and 505 L trunk suit road trips and growing families
Efficient for its class with an 8.4 combined figure
Premium price around 86,000 won’t fit budget-focused shoppers
Large luxury sedan footprint can be cumbersome in tight city streets and parking
V6 petrol powertrain offers no electric-only driving
Sedan body trades cargo flexibility for comfort versus SUVs

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 L 55 TFSI if…

Best fuel economy

Audi A8 L 55 TFSI uses 8.4 L/100km vs 8.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

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 L 55 TFSI

740i

Verdict

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