Audi A8 vs BMW M5

How does the Audi A8 stack up against the BMW M5? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Audi A8Audi A8
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BMW M5BMW M5
SpecAudi A8BMW M5
Horsepower (max)563 hp717 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.9 s3.5 s
Top speed250 km/h305 km/h
Variants22
Body styleLuxury flagship sedanPerformance sedan
GenerationD5 LCIG90
Production2022 – present2024 – present
Length5,191 mm5,096 mm
Width1,945 mm1,970 mm
Height1,473 mm1,510 mm
Wheelbase2,998 mm3,006 mm

Audi A8 vs BMW M5: common questions

Is the Audi A8 or BMW M5 faster?
The BMW M5 is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.3s versus the Audi A8's 3.7s (0-100 km/h in 3.5s vs 3.9s).
Which has more horsepower, the Audi A8 or the BMW M5?
The BMW M5 makes more power: 717 hp (535 kW) versus 563 hp (420 kW) for the Audi A8.
Is the Audi A8 or BMW M5 faster on top speed?
The BMW M5 has the higher top speed at 190 mph (305 km/h), versus 155 mph (250 km/h) for the Audi A8.
What is the main difference between the Audi A8 and the BMW M5?
The Audi A8 is a luxury flagship sedan, while the BMW M5 is a performance sedan. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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