Audi A8 L VS BMW X5 Comparison, Price, Features, Mileage
Many car buyers in India shortlist three or four cars and slowly narrow it down. If Audi A8 L and BMW X5 are your final two then this comparison will help you pick the one that wins more rounds for your needs.
Difference between Audi A8 L vs BMW X5
Comparing top models: Celebration Edition vs xDrive30d M Sport. BMW X5's top variant is priced ₹104.90 Lakh higher. Key differences are in Mileage (ARAI), Airbags, Infotainment Screen and Smart Connectivity.
Mileage (ARAI)
Celebration Edition
12.5
xDrive30d M Sport
12 kmpl
Airbags
Celebration Edition
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
xDrive30d M Sport
6
Infotainment Screen
Celebration Edition
Touch-screen Display
xDrive30d M Sport
Yes
Smart Connectivity
Celebration Edition
Android Auto (Wireless) & Apple CarPlay (Wireless)
xDrive30d M Sport
Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
Key Highlights of Audi A8 L vs BMW X5
| Specification | Audi A8 L | BMW X5 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (Ex-Showroom) | ₹Rs. 1.48 Crore | ₹93.70 Lakh |
| Engine | 2995 cc, 6 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC | 2998 cc |
| Max Power | 344 bhp @ 5000-6400 rpmn | 375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm |
| Fuel Type | Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol) | Petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode | 8-Speed Steptronic Automatic |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 12.5 kmpl | 12 kmpl |
| Seating Capacity | 4 Seats and 2 Rows Seater | 5 Seater |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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Audi A8 L · Celebration Edition
Rs. 1.48 Crore
Ex-Showroom Price
EMI: ₹242,916/mo · 5yr · 20% down · 8.5% p.a.
Loan Offers
BMW X5 · xDrive40i xLine
93.70 Lakh
Ex-Showroom Price
EMI: ₹153,792/mo · 5yr · 20% down · 8.5% p.a.
Loan Offers
Audi A8 L vs BMW X5 EMI
Your monthly EMI: ₹242,916 per month for Audi A8 L or ₹153,792 per month for BMW X5, both on 80% bank loan.
Engine & Transmission
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| Engine | 2995 cc, 6 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC | 2998 cc |
| Engine Type | 3.0L Twin-Turbocharged FSI V6 MHEV | 6 Cylinder, 4 Valve/Cylinder |
| Fuel Type | Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol) | Petrol |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 12.5 | 12 kmpl |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 344 bhp @ 5000-6400 rpmn | 375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 500 Nm @ 1370-4500 rpm | 520Nm@1850-5000rpm |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 | BS VI 2.0 |
| Idle Start/Stop | Yes | — |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Automatic - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode | 8-Speed Steptronic Automatic |
| Regenerative Braking | No | — |
| Pure Electric Driving Mode | No | — |
Dimensions & Capacity
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| Length *Width *Height | 5320 mm * 1945 mm * 1488 mm | 4922 mm × 2004 mm × 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3128 | 2975 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 4 Seats and 2 Rows | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 | 83 Litres |
Suspension & Brakes
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| Front Suspension | Predictive Active Air Suspension | Air suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Predictive Active Air Suspension | Air suspension |
| Steering | Power assisted (Electric) steering | Electric |
| Tyres | Radial - Tubeless Tyres | 21 Tubeless, Runflat |
| Front Tyres | 255 / 45 R19 | — |
| Rear Tyres | 255 / 45 R19 | — |
| Wheels | Alloy Wheels | — |
| Front Brake Type | — | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | — | Disc |
| Spare Wheel & Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 6.45 | — |
| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist (BA) | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control System (TC/TCS) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Control | Yes | No |
| Hill Descent Control | — | Yes |
Exterior
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| Sunroof | — | Panoramic |
| Spoiler | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Body-coloured Bumpers | Yes | — |
| Rub-strips | Chrome Finish | — |
| Antenna | Roof-Mounted Antenna | — |
| Headlights | LED | LED |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Taillights | LED | LED |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lights | LED - Front & LED - Rear | Yes |
Safety & Security
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| ADAS | — | No |
| NCAP Rating | Not Tested | — |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side) | 6 |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | — |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | — |
| Blind Spot Detection | No | — |
| High-beam Assist | Yes | — |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | Yes | Yes |
| Overspeed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph | — |
| Second Row Middle Seat Safety | No | — |
| Child Seat Anchor Points | Yes | Yes |
| Puncture Repair Kit | No | — |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | — |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Keyless | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Yes |
Comfort & Interior
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| Air Conditioner | Automatic Climate Control: Four Zone (Front AC: Two Zones with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Dual Zones with Fan speed control with Vents Behind Front Armrest and on Pillars) | Yes (with Rear Vents) |
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Assist | 360 Degree Camera | 360° Camera |
| Parking Sensors | Front & Rear | Front & Rear |
| Steering Adjustment | Electric Tilt & Telescopic | Yes |
| Driver Rear View Monitor (DRVM) | — | With Guidedlines |
| Keyless Start/ Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Modes | — | 4 |
| Charging Ports | 2 x 12V Power Outlets | Yes |
| Electronic Parking Brake | Auto Hold | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather | — |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 16 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down, shoulder support: forward / back) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: forward / back) | Yes |
| Front Passenger Seat Adjustment | 16 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down, shoulder support: forward / back) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: forward / back) | — |
| Ventilated Seats | All | — |
| Split Rear Seat | — | 40:20:40 Split |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear Power Windows, All One-touch up/down | — |
| ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors) | Body Coloured finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs | — |
| Rain-sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper | — | No |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Tech & Features
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| Infotainment Screen | Touch-screen Display | Yes |
| Audio System | 23 Speakers | 16 Front & Rear |
| AM/FM Radio | Yes | — |
| Steering-mounted controls | Yes | — |
| USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Phone Calls & Audio Streaming | Yes |
| Smart Connectivity | Android Auto (Wireless) & Apple CarPlay (Wireless) | Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| GPS Navigation System | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
| Trip Meter | 2 Trips Electronic | — |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | — |
| Vehicle Warranty | 2 Years / Unlimited Km | — |
Colours
Colours
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| Available Colours | — |
Skyscraper Grey Metallic Individual Tanzanite Blue Mineral White Metallic M Carbon Black Metallic M Brooklyn Grey Metallic Black Sapphire Metallic |
Compare Variants of Audi A8 L
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Celebration Edition
1.48 Crore
Ex-showroom
EMI: ₹2,429/mo · 20% down · 5yr
12.5
automatic
Petrol
Key Features
- Airbags
- Wireless Charger
- Ventilated Seats
- CarPlay / Android Auto
- Push Button Start
Compare Variants of BMW X5
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xDrive40i xLine
93.70 Lakh
Ex-showroom
EMI: ₹1.54L/mo · 20% down · 5yr
12 kmpl
automatic
Petrol
Key Features
- Sunroof
- 6 Airbags
- Wireless Charger
- CarPlay / Android Auto
- Push Button Start
BMW X5 comparison with similar cars
| FEATURE / SPEC |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| Engine | 2998 cc - 2993 cc | 1991 cc | 1993 cc - 1950 cc | 1993 cc - 1999 cc |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol | Diesel / Petrol | Diesel / Petrol |
| Max Power | 375.48 bhp - 281.68 bhp | 416 bhp | 265.52 bhp - 375.48 bhp | 194.44 bhp - 254.79 bhp |
| Mileage | 12 kmpl | 10 kmpl | 11.17 - 16 kmpl | 12.7 - 18 kmpl |
| Boot Space | 645 Litres | 545 Litres | 630 Litres | 620 Litres |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 | 9 | 7 |
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