Audi A8 L vs. BMW M3
When comparing the Audi A8 L to the BMW M3, the Audi A8 L has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The BMW M3 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A8 L versus the BMW M3, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Audi A8 L vs. BMW M3 Pricing
A used 2023 Audi A8 L ranges from $77,992 to $102,169 while a used 2023 BMW M3 is priced between $84,514 to $115,572. For a new model, the Audi A8 L's price is between $92,604 and $104,706, with the BMW M3 priced between $79,780 and $108,805.
Audi A8 L vs. BMW M3 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A8 L is 7.8 out of 10 while the BMW M3's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Audi A8 L being ranked 8 out of 25 Best Luxury Large Cars and the BMW M3 being ranked 12 out of 39 Best Luxury Small Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A8 L’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the BMW M3 base engine makes 473 horsepower. The A8 L is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 608 miles. The M3 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 359 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Audi A8 L, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The BMW M3, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$92,604 - $104,706
Used Asking Price:
$77,992 - $102,169
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
60%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$79,780 - $108,805
Used Asking Price:
$84,514 - $115,572
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.1%
Audi A8 L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A8 L Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
21 out of / 25BMW M3 Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 39Ranking
10 out of / 39Ranking
12 out of / 39Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi A8 L Trim Levels
quattro 55 TFSI
BMW M3 Trim Levels
Base, Competition, Competition xDrive
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 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:
473 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 2650 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.123 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:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
250 / 359 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:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
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:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.0 cubic feet
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:
3840 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.4 inches
Length:
189.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
275/40R18
