2024 Audi A8 vs. 2025 BMW i5 Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi A8

2024 Audi
A8

MSRP*: $90,900
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Picture of the 2025 BMW i5

2025 BMW
i5

MSRP*: $67,100 to $84,100
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MPG - City 19 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 335-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 389-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 590-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 335 hp 335 - 590 hp
Exterior Length 208.7 in 199.2 in
Exterior Width 76.6 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.5 in
Rear 44.3 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 38.3 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Audi A8 than the BMW i5. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Audi A8 and the BMW i5 in the front seats.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Audi A8 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the BMW i5, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi A8 is much wider than the BMW i5, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Audi A8, which is slightly longer than the BMW i5.

Handling
The Audi A8 has a larger turning radius than the BMW i5, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Audi A8 has less horsepower than the BMW i5, so it will probably be somewhat slower.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Audi A8 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the BMW i5.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Audi A8 and the BMW i5.