Audi A8 L vs. Bentley Flying Spur
In comparing the Audi A8 L's and the Bentley Flying Spur's specifications and ratings, the Audi A8 L has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Bentley Flying Spur has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A8 L's and the Bentley Flying Spur's specifications and ratings, the Audi A8 L is a better car than the Bentley Flying Spur.
Audi A8 L vs. Bentley Flying Spur Pricing
A used 2023 Audi A8 L ranges from $69,294 to $104,403 while a used 2023 Bentley Flying Spur is priced between $238,391 to $341,334. For a new model, the Audi A8 L's price is between $88,891 and $104,708, with the Bentley Flying Spur priced between $236,738 and $354,748.
Audi A8 L vs. Bentley Flying Spur Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A8 L loses 60 percent of its value and the Bentley Flying Spur loses 49.8 percent of its value. This means the Bentley Flying Spur retains 10.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A8 L.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A8 L’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the Bentley Flying Spur base engine makes 542 horsepower. The A8 L is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 608 miles. The Flying Spur is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 524 miles. This gives the Audi A8 L the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Bentley Flying Spur. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$88,891 - $104,708
Used Asking Price:
$69,294 - $104,403
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
60%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$236,738 - $354,748
Used Asking Price:
$238,391 - $341,334
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49.8%
Audi A8 L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Bentley Flying Spur Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi A8 L Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
16 out of / 24Ranking
18 out of / 24Ranking
20 out of / 24Ranking
20 out of / 24Bentley Flying Spur Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Audi A8 L Trim Levels
quattro 55 TFSI
Bentley Flying Spur Trim Levels
Azure V8, S V8, Speed, V8
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
542 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
568 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.106 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
412 / 608 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
357 / 524 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
12.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
14.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4762 lbs
Width:
83.8 inches
Height:
58.3 inches
Length:
209.5 inches
Wheelbase:
123.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5137 lbs
Width:
87.4 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
209.3 inches
Wheelbase:
125.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/45R20
