Hyundai I40 vs Audi A8
What's the difference?

Hyundai I40

$10,250 - $13,999

2018 price

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Audi A8

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2023 price

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Maserati Quattroporte

Mazda 6

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Mercedes-Benz C43

Mercedes-Benz C63

Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class

Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Mercedes-Benz EQS

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Summary

2018 Hyundai I40

2023 Audi A8

By Laura Berry

By James Cleary

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Diesel Turbo 4, 1.7L

Diesel Turbo V6, 3.0L

Fuel Type

Diesel

Diesel/Electric

Fuel Efficiency

5.1L/100km (combined)

5.9L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Impressive ride and handling
Diesel engine provides plenty of oomph
Roomy

Refinement
Quality
Value

Dislikes

Tiny display screen
No AEB
Tyre noise

Big turning circle
No folding rear seat
No front door bottle slots

2018 Hyundai I40 Summary

A wagon and not an SUV, eh? Respect. You see, when most people now think of a new car they think of an SUV, especially when they want something with a bit of cargo space. But not you.

And for thinking outside the box you’ll be rewarded with something that’s better to drive than most SUVs – like the Hyundai i40 Tourer in the Active grade and a diesel engine we’ve road tested here.

So, what are the strengths and weaknesses of this Korean wagon, and should you wait or buy it now? Read on to find out.

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2023 Audi A8 Summary

Audi’s flagship is the A8, a long, luxurious sedan where being driven is often as important as doing the driving.

To put this ultra-premium machine in context, it competes with other German heavyweights like BMW’s 7 Series and, of course, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class as well as Porsche’s Panamera. Not to mention the Lexus LS or Maserati’s Quattroporte.

What’s life like at the top of the Audi pyramid? Stay with us to find out.

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Deep dive comparison

2018 Hyundai I40 2023 Audi A8

Verdict

The i40 Tourer in the Active grade is great to drive, it’s practical, and should be low-cost to run. But you can bet the new version, due to arrive soon, will be, too. If you can wait, it's a safe bet the new i40 Tourer will have an updated look, improved safety equipment and retain all the good points of the previous model.

Verdict

The Audi A8 swims in a luxury car shark tank where those paying the big dollars expect top-shelf everything. It delivers a serene driving experience whether you’re in the front or the back, in a superbly engineered and executed luxury sedan package. Not perfect, but very, very impressive.

Hyundai I40 vs Audi A8 What's the difference?

Summary

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Verdict

Verdict

Hyundai I40 vs Audi A8
What's the difference?