Bentley Mulsanne vs. Audi A8 L
In comparing the Bentley Mulsanne's and the Audi A8 L's specifications and ratings, the Bentley Mulsanne has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Audi A8 L has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Bentley Mulsanne's and the Audi A8 L's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Bentley Mulsanne vs. Audi A8 L Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Bentley Mulsanne loses 50.6 percent of its value and the Audi A8 L loses 60 percent of its value. This means the Bentley Mulsanne retains 9.4 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 Bentley Mulsanne’s base engine makes 505 horsepower, and the Audi A8 L base engine makes 335 horsepower. The Mulsanne is rated to deliver an average of 12 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 406 miles. The A8 L is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 564 miles. This gives the Audi A8 L the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Bentley Mulsanne. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are large cars, the Audi A8 L has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and rear leg room. The Bentley Mulsanne has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.506088
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
45513 - 65345
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.599678
Bentley Mulsanne Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi A8 L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.821102 / 10
Reliability:
8.742204 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Bentley Mulsanne Rankings
Not yet available
Audi A8 L Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
18 out of / 24Ranking
19 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Bentley Mulsanne Trim Levels
Base, Speed
Audi A8 L Trim Levels
quattro 55 TFSI, quattro 60 TFSI
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 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:
505 hp @ 4000 rpm
Torque:
752 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.085 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
10 / 16 / 12
Range (city/hwy):
254 / 406 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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):
17 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
369 / 564 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
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:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
15.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5919 lbs
Width:
86.9 inches
Height:
59.9 inches
Length:
219.5 inches
Wheelbase:
128.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4773 lbs
Width:
83.9 inches
Height:
58.6 inches
Length:
208.7 inches
Wheelbase:
123.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R19