Audi A8 vs Honda Accord
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Sedans compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Audi A8
Price TBC
Sedan
Diesel
V6 diesel engine with common rail injection system, turbocharging and 48V Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle technology (MHEV)
210kW
6.6 L/100km
ANCAP: no data
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Honda Accord
From $54,250
Sedan
Hybrid
Hybrid
135kW
4.3 L/100km
ANCAP: no data
570L
Audi A8: we're still completing price, length, width, height and wheelbase, plus 5 others.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
The Audi A8 features a 10.1-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Honda Accord gets a 12.3-inch display and 10.2-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Audi A8 stands out with head-up display, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats and Bang & Olufsen 3D Sound System audio — features our data doesn't list for the Honda Accord. The Honda Accord counters with Bose audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Audi A8 gets valcona leather upholstery with perforated leather on front and outer rear seats upholstery while the Honda Accord offers leather. Climate control is 4-zone in the Audi A8 and 2-zone in the Honda Accord.
Drivetrain
The Audi A8 uses a V6 diesel engine with common rail injection system, turbocharging and 48V Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle technology (MHEV) producing 210kW and 600Nm of torque, sent through a 8 speed tiptronic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 5.9 seconds.
The Honda Accord responds with a Hybrid making 135kW and 335Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.8 seconds.
The Audi A8 has the clear power advantage at 210kW vs 135kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Audi A8 is 1.9s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.4m diameter
Average
Based on 11.4m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Average
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 9.9 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: clears in one
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.9 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: swings in
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,881/year for the Audi A8 and $1,226/year for the Honda Accord. That is a $655 annual difference in favour of the Honda Accord.
Warranty: 5 years (Audi A8) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Honda Accord). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Honda Accord).
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Audi A8 if: You prioritise performance, or prefer Audi's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Honda Accord if: You want lower running costs, or prefer Honda's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Audi A8 takes 2 of 3 key spec categories. The Honda Accord will save you roughly $655 a year in fuel. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Audi A8 and Honda Accord?
The Honda Accord is the cheapest at $54,250 before on-road costs.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Honda Accord uses the least fuel at 4.3L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
None of Audi A8 and Honda Accord carry a published ANCAP rating yet, so there is no crash result to compare. Check back as they are tested.
Which can tow the most?
The Honda Accord has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,000kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Audi A8 makes the most power at 210kW. The Audi A8 is quickest to 100km/h in 5.9s.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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