Experts compared the BMW 7 Series, Audi A8 and Mercedes-Benz S-Class to determine the best sedan. Models were evaluated according to various criteria such as cost, dynamics and usage.
British experts compared popular luxury sedans BMW 7 Series, Audi A8 and Mercedes-Benz S-Class. They determined the winner based on several important criteria. The video was published on Carwow YouTube channel.
The BMW 7 Series, Audi A8 and Mercedes-Benz S-Class have long been rivals. These sedans offer the ultimate in luxury and advanced technology.
The new BMW 7 Series will hit the market in 2022, and the seventh-generation Mercedes-Benz S-Class in 2020. The fourth generation of the Audi A8 is the largest among the trio of luxury sedans – the model has been in production since 2017.
Comparison of BMW 7 Series, Audi A8 and Mercedes-Benz S-Class:
Dynamic
BMW M760e xDrive It is equipped with a hybrid powertrain with a 3.0-liter turbocharged engine and an electric motor with a total power of 571 hp. and 800 Nm of torque. The sedan can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds and reach a top speed of 250 km/h.
Mercedes-Benz S580e It is also offered with a hybrid powertrain consisting of a 3.0-liter turbocharged engine and an electric motor producing 510 horsepower. and 750 Nm of torque. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes 4.9 seconds, while the maximum speed is 250 km/h.
Audi A8 60TFSIe Quattro It is equipped with a hybrid powertrain with a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine and an electric motor with a total power of 450 hp. and 700 Nm of torque. The sedan can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 250 km/h.
Bloggers independently compared the acceleration time from a standstill in real conditions with the declared characteristics. Seems like Mercedes-Benz S580e It turned out to be a little slower, but Audi A8 60TFSIe quattro It accelerates much faster than the manufacturer claims. However, it turned out to be the fastest of the sedan trio BMW M760e xDrive.
Price:%s
BMW M760e xDrive More expensive than its competitors. Pricing for the sedan in the UK starts at £119,305 ($145,200).
Mercedes-Benz S580e Slightly cheaper than the BMW sedan. Prices for the model start from £91,055 ($110,810).
Audi A8 60TFSIe quattro It turned out to be the cheapest of the three sedans. The model starts at £77,980 ($94,905).
interior
All three models feature luxurious interiors made of high-quality materials. They also offer comfortable seating in both the front and rear rows. But sedans have many differences.
BMW M760e xDrive It offers a huge screen for rear passengers, comparable in size to a modern TV. back row Audi A8 60TFSIe quattro Passengers have access to two small screens that can be used as tablets. Mercedes-Benz S580e It doesn’t have a separate screen for the rear row, but there is a large screen at the front that makes up for this.
interior BMW M760e xDrive It looks more futuristic than its rivals. Inside there is an unusual contour lighting with a crystal effect. The doors can be easily opened using a button.
Audi A8 60TFSIe quattro offers a more traditional yet modern interior. It looks modest compared to BMW and Mercedes-Benz and has some unique features. For example, the air vents are hidden until the driver turns on the air conditioning.
interior Mercedes-Benz S580e It’s more minimalist than the BMW sedan but offers the same high level of luxury. The look is completed with contour lighting. The infotainment system has a fast and pleasant interface.
Body
BMW M760e xDrive It has a luggage volume of 525 liters. At the same time, the internal space does not depend on the version the buyer chooses.
Audi A8 60TFSIe quattro It offers 390 liters of luggage space. This is due to the batteries that need to be made smaller in the trunk.
trunk volume Mercedes-Benz S580e equals: only 325 liters. Batteries also have an impact on cargo space.
Decision
Audi A8 60TFSIe quattro You’re just as comfortable traveling in the backseat as you are behind the wheel. However, the model is not as luxurious as BMW and Mercedes-Benz sedans.
Mercedes-Benz S580e It has excellent smoothness. This sedan offers a very soft suspension that makes every journey as comfortable as possible for passengers.
BMW M760e xDrive It has become a favorite among experts. The sedan not only offers more pleasant handling than its competitors, but also offers a beautiful and luxurious interior.
Previously Focus He said that the second-generation BMW X2 coupe-crossover received an off-road modification.
Source: Focus
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