Audi A8 L 60 TDI vs 740d xDrive

Audi A8 L 60 TDI

Sedan · Diesel · AWD

740d xDrive

Sedan · Diesel · AWD

Car A

Audi A8 L 60 TDI

A premium AWD diesel with strong torque and swift acceleration, the Audi A8 L 60 TDI is built for effortless long-distance travel. It blends 0–100 km/h in 4.4 s with a 7.0 L/100 km combined figure for efficiency in its class.

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 63 / 64

City 30 / 31

Budget / value 39 / 42

Road trip 71 / 68

Performance 36 / 38

Cargo 28 / 28

Practical 44 / 46

Premium 67 / 67

Winter 70 / 70

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A8 L 60 TDI · Orange = 740d xDrive

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A8 L 60 TDI 740d xDrive

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Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 60 TDI

Quick 0–100 km/h in 4.4 s and 600 Nm for confident overtakes
AWD traction adds confidence in winter and wet conditions
Efficient for its class at 7.0 L/100 km on the combined cycle
Five seats and a 505‑liter trunk suit road trips and growing families
High purchase price at 86,000 positions it firmly in the premium segment
Diesel-only powertrain with no hybrid or EV option
Less suited to cargo‑heavy hauling despite a usable trunk
Not the best match for frequent short city trips

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 60 TDI if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Audi A8 L 60 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 60 TDI

740d xDrive

Verdict

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