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Audi A8 vs BMW M Series

A8 Vs M Series

Key HighlightsAudi A8BMW M Series
On Road PriceRs.1,81,55,835*Rs.2,03,58,777*
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)29954395
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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Audi A8 vs BMW M Series Comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.1,81,55,835*
Rs.2,03,58,777*
Finance Available (EMI)NoNo
InsuranceRs.6,37,815
A8 Insurance

Rs.7,11,777
M Series Insurance

User Rating
4.8
Based on 9 Reviews
5
Based on 10 Reviews

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
V6 petrol engine
Petrol Engine
Displacement (cc)
2995
4395
No. of Cylinders
6
6 Cylinder Cars
8
8 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
335.2@5000-6400
575bhp@6000-6500rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
500nm@1370-4500
750Nm@2200-5000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Valve Configuration
-
DOHC
Fuel Supply System
TFSI
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
-
10.0:1
Turbo Charger
YesYes
Super Charger
-
No
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Automatic
Gear Box
8-speed
8 Speed
Mild Hybrid
Yes-
Drive Type
AWD
AWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypePetrol
Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)11.7
9
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)72
85
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI
Euro V
Top Speed (kmph)-
250

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
Air Suspension
Dynamic Damper Control
Rear Suspension
Air Suspension
Dynamic Damper Control
Shock Absorbers Type
Air Springs With Continuous Damping
-
Steering Type
Electric
Power
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Adjustable
Steering Gear Type
-
Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius (Metres)
-
6.4 meters
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)
-
250
0-100kmph (Seconds)
5.7
4.2
Tyre Size
-
285/40 R20,325/35 R20
Tyre Type
-
Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size
-
20

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
5302
4880
Width (mm)
1945
1985
Height (mm)
1485
1754
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
-
195
Wheel Base (mm)
3127
2933
Front Tread (mm)
-
1666
Rear Tread (mm)
-
1667
Kerb Weight (kg)
2030
2350
Grossweight (kg)
2755
2970
Rear Headroom (mm)
995

985

Front Headroom (mm)
1051

1029

Seating Capacity
5
5
No. of Doors
4
5

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
YesYes
Power Boot
Yes-
Automatic Climate Control
4 Zone
4 Zone
Air Quality Control
YesYes
Remote Trunk Opener
YesYes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener
-
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light
YesYes
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
YesYes
Remote Horn & Light Control
Yes-
Vanity Mirror
YesYes
Rear Reading Lamp
YesYes
Rear Seat Headrest
YesYes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes-
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
YesYes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
YesNo
Cup Holders Front
YesYes
Cup Holders Rear
YesYes
Rear AC Vents
YesYes
Heated Seats Front
YesYes
Heated Seats Rear
YesNo
Seat Lumbar Support
YesYes
Active Noise Cancellation
Yes-
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
YesYes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Navigation System
YesYes
Find My Car Location
Yes-
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
Yes-
Foldable Rear Seat
-
No
Smart Access Card Entry
-
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
YesYes
Glove Box Cooling
YesNo
Bottle Holder
-
Front & Rear Door
Voice Command
YesNo
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
-
Yes
USB Charger
Front & Rear
No
Steering Mounted Tripmeter-
No
Central Console Armrest
YesNo
Tailgate Ajar
YesNo
Hands-Free Tailgate
Yes-
Gear Shift Indicator
YesNo
Rear Curtain
-
No
Luggage Hook And NetYesNo
Battery Saver
-
No
Lane Change Indicator
YesNo
Additional Features-
Dynamic Performance Control and Dynamic Drive
Dynamic Damper Control and Air Suspension, Rear Axle
M Drive M Servotronic
Roller Sunblinds For Rear, Side Windows
Active Headrests Front
Active Protection with Attentiveness Assistant

Massage Seats
Front & Rear
No
Memory Function Seats
Front & Rear
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Window
All
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
Semi
No
Drive Modes
-
0
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Ventilated Seats
YesNo
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
Front
Front
Automatic Headlamps
YesNo
Follow Me Home Headlamps
YesNo

Interior

Tachometer
YesYes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
YesYes
Leather SeatsYesYes
Fabric Upholstery
-
No
Leather Steering WheelYesYes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift SelectorYes-
Glove Compartment
YesYes
Digital Clock
YesYes
Outside Temperature DisplayYesYes
Cigarette LighterYesYes
Digital Odometer
YesYes
Driving Experience Control EcoYesNo
Folding Table In The Rear
-
No
Dual Tone Dashboard
YesNo
Interior LightingAmbient light,Reading Lamp,Boot Lamp,Glove Box Lamp
-
Additional FeaturesPower adjustable front seats with driver memory,4 way Lumbar support for front seats,Electric sunshades for the rear side and both for the rear window,Auto-diing interior rearview mirror with a frameless design,Valcona leather interior upholstery
Mood Lights
BMW Individual Headliner Anthracite
BMW Individual Instrument Panel Finished In Leather
Door Sill Finishers with M Designation
Interior Mirrors With Automatic Anti-Dazzle Function
Smokers Package
Fine Wood Trim American Oak
Interior Trim Finishers Aluminium Trace
Interior Trim Finishers Carbon Fibre

Exterior

Available Colors--
Body TypeSedan
All Sedan Cars
Sedan
All Sedan Cars
Adjustable HeadlightsYesYes
Fog Lights Front
YesYes
Fog Lights Rear
YesNo
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror
-
No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Rain Sensing Wiper
YesYes
Rear Window Wiper
YesYes
Rear Window Washer
YesNo
Rear Window Defogger
YesYes
Wheel Covers-
No
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Power Antenna-
No
Tinted Glass
-
Yes
Rear Spoiler
-
Yes
Roof Carrier-
No
Sun Roof
YesYes
Side Stepper
-
No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
YesYes
Integrated AntennaYesNo
Chrome Grille
YesYes
Chrome Garnish
YesNo
Smoke Headlamps-
No
Cornering Headlamps
Yes-
Cornering Foglamps
Yes-
Roof Rail
-
Yes
LightingLED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights,LED Fog Lights
Trunk OpenerSmart
Smart
Heated Wing Mirror
-
Yes
LED DRLs
Yes-
LED Headlights
Yes-
LED Taillights
Yes-
LED Fog Lamps
Yes-
Additional FeaturesHD Matrix LED headlamps with dynamic light design and dynamic turn signal,Exterior mirror housing in body color,Adaptive windshield wipers with integrated washer nozzles,
BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line
Headlight Washer System
Heat Protection Glazing
Lights Package
M Double Kidney Grille, Black

Automatic Driving Lights
Yes-
Tyre Size
-
285/40 R20,325/35 R20
Tyre Type
-
Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size (Inch)
-
20

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake AssistYesYes
Central Locking
YesYes
Power Door Locks
YesYes
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
YesYes
No. of Airbags8
-
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag FrontYesYes
Side Airbag RearYesNo
Day Night Rear View Mirror
YesNo
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Xenon Headlamps-
Yes
Halogen Headlamps-
No
Rear Seat Belts
YesYes
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Side Impact Beams
YesYes
Front Impact Beams
YesYes
Traction ControlYesNo
Adjustable Seats
YesYes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
YesYes
Vehicle Stability Control System
YesYes
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Crash Sensor
YesYes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank
-
Yes
Engine Check Warning
YesNo
Clutch LockYesNo
EBD
YesYes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes-
Advance Safety Features-
Park Distance Control (PDC), Front and Rear, Brake Energy Regeneration, Head Airbags, Front and Rear, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including M Dynamic Mode, Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold, Side-Impact Protection, Warning Triangle With First-Aid Kit
Rear Camera
YesYes
Anti Theft DeviceYesYes
Anti Pinch Power Windows
Driver's Window
No
Speed Alert
Yes-
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
YesYes
Knee Airbags
YesNo
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
YesYes
Heads Up Display
-
Yes
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts
YesYes
Blind Spot Monitor
YesNo
Lane Watch Camera
No-
Geo Fence Alert
Yes-
Hill Descent Control
YesYes
Hill Assist
YesNo
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYes-
360 View Camera
YesNo

Entertainment & Communication

Cd Player
NoYes
Cd Changer
NoNo
Dvd Player
NoYes
Radio
YesYes
Audio System Remote Control
YesNo
Mirror Link
No-
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN Audio-
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes-
USB And Auxiliary Input
YesYes
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Wifi Connectivity
Yes-
Touch Screen
YesYes
Touch Screen size (Inch)
10.1
-
Connectivity
Android Auto
-
Android Auto
Yes-
Apple Car Play
Yes-
Internal Storage
-
No
No. of Speakers
23
16
Rear Entertainment System
YesNo
Additional Features-
BMW Apps
Harman Kardon Surround Sound (600W, 16 speakers)

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