Audi Q8 VS BMW i5 Comparison, Price, Features, Mileage
Audi Q8 is Petrol and BMW i5 is Electric. If you already have a preference for fuel type then you might already have your answer. If not, go through the full specs and price comparison below and decide on everything together.
Difference between Audi Q8 vs BMW i5
Comparing top models: Quattro vs M60 xDrive. BMW i5's top variant is priced ₹6.40 Lakh higher. Key differences are in Max Power, Airbags, Transmission and Fuel Type.
| Specification | Audi Q8 | BMW i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (Ex-Showroom) | ₹113.10 Lakh | ₹119.50 Lakh |
| Engine | 2995 cc | |
| Max Power | 335bhp@5200 - 6400rpm | 592.73bhp |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed Automatic | Automatic |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 10 kmpl | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seater | 5 Seater |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Audi Q8 vs BMW i5 EMI
Your monthly EMI: ₹185,634 per month for Audi Q8 or ₹196,138 per month for BMW i5, both on 80% bank loan.
| Engine | 2995 cc | — |
| Engine Type | 6 Cylinder, 4 Valve/Cylinder | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 10 kmpl | — |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 335bhp@5200 - 6400rpm | 592.73bhp |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 500Nm@1370 - 4500rpm | 795Nm |
| Emission Standard | BS VI 2.0 | ZEV |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission | 8-speed Automatic | Automatic |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
| Length *Width *Height | 4995 mm × 1995 mm × 1705 mm | 5060 mm × 2156 mm × 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2995 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Front Suspension | — | Multi link suspension |
| Rear Suspension | — | Multi link suspension |
| Steering | Electric | Yes |
| Additional Steering Features | Tilt & Telescopic | — |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | Yes | — |
| Brake Assist (BA) | Yes | — |
| Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) | Yes | — |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | — |
| Traction Control System (TC/TCS) | Yes | — |
| Hill Hold Control | Yes | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | — |
| Antenna | Shark Fin | — |
| Headlights | LED | LED |
| Automatic Headlamps | — | Yes |
| Taillights | LED | LED |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Fog Lights | — | Yes |
| NCAP Rating | global ncap safety rating: 5 Star; global ncap child safety rating: 5 Star | — |
| Airbags | 8 | 6 |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | Yes | — |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | — |
| Air Conditioner | Yes (with Rear Vents) | Yes (with Rear Vents) |
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Assist | 360° Camera | — |
| Parking Sensors | Front & Rear | Front & Rear |
| Steering Adjustment | Powered Adjustment | — |
| Driver Rear View Monitor (DRVM) | With Guidedlines | — |
| Keyless Start/ Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Charging Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | — | Leatherette |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Split Rear Seat | 40:20:40 Split | — |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Front & Rear |
| ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors) | Powered & Folding | Powered & Folding |
| Rain-sensing Wipers | Yes | — |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | — |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment Screen | Yes | Yes |
| Audio System | 17 Front & Rear | Front & Rear |
| USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Connectivity | Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Colours
| Available Colours |
Glacier White Metallic Mythos Black Metallic Sakhir Gold Metallic Samurai Gray Metallic Satellite Silver Metallic Tamarind Brown Metallic Vicuna Beige Metallic Waitomo Blue Metallic Samurai-Gray-Metallic |
Brooklyn Grey Metallic Mineral White Metallic Oxide Grey Metallic Tanzanite Blue Metallic DRAGON-FIRE-RED-METALLIC Cape York Green Metallic Carbon Black Metallic Phytonic Blue Metallic FROZEN-DEEP-GREY-METALLIC Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect Black Sapphire Frozen Pure Grey Metallic |
Audi Q8 comparison with similar cars
| FEATURE / SPEC |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 1 |
| Engine | 2995 cc | 1993 cc - 1950 cc | 1991 cc | 2999 cc - 2925 cc | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel / Petrol | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel | Electric |
| Max Power | 335 bhp | 265.52 bhp - 375.48 bhp | 416 bhp | 375.48 bhp - 362.07 bhp | 355 bhp - 536.40 bhp |
| Mileage | 10 kmpl | 11.17 - 16 kmpl | 10 kmpl | 12 kmpl | - |
| Boot Space | 605 Litres | 630 Litres | 545 Litres | - | - |
| Airbags | 8 | 9 | 6 | 10 | 6 |
BMW i5 comparison with similar cars
| FEATURE / SPEC |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | 1 | 9 | 9 | 9 / Automatic |
| Engine | - | - | 1991 cc | 2999 cc | 1999 cc - 1993 cc |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel |
| Max Power | 592.73 bhp | 536 bhp - 750.97 bhp | 402.30 bhp | 603 bhp | 201 bhp - 194 bhp |
| Mileage | - | - | 10 kmpl | - | 12 - 15 kmpl |
| Boot Space | - | 610 Litres | 435 Litres | 370 Litres | - |
| Airbags | 6 | 9 | 7 | - | 8 |
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