Audi S8 vs BMW 745i
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2005 BMW 745i
Overview
| Spec | Audi S8Base | BMW 745i745i |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 745i |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2005 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi S8Base | BMW 745i745i |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $130,000 | $69,900 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi S8Base | BMW 745i745i |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 16 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 21.7 gal | 23.3 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi S8Base | BMW 745i745i |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 563 hp (best) | 325 hp |
| Torque | 590 lb-ft (best) | 330 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4 L | 4.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi S8Base | BMW 745i745i |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12.5 cu ft | 18 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 915 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 5,126 lbs | 4,376 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 123.2 in (best) | 117.7 in |
| Length | 209.5 in (best) | 198 in |
| Width | 76.6 in (best) | 74.9 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 58.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi S8Base | BMW 745i745i |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 3 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi S8 | BMW 745i |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $130,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 745i $69,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
Audi S8 vs BMW 745i FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Audi S8 or 2005 BMW 745i?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi S8 vs 2005 BMW 745i on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Audi S8 or 2005 BMW 745i?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2005 BMW 745i starts lower at $69,900.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi S8 or 2005 BMW 745i?
- The 2005 BMW 745i leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (69,900).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi S8 or 2005 BMW 745i?
- The 2005 BMW 745i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (19).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi S8 or 2005 BMW 745i?
- The 2027 Audi S8 leads on horsepower in this comparison (563).