Audi A8L VS Mercedes Benz S-Class VS BMW 7-Series – Price, Variants, Dimensions, Features and Engine Comparison

Audi A8L launched in India at Rs 1.29 crore; Rivals the Mercedes Benz S-Class and the BMW 7-Series

The 2022 Audi A8L Facelift has finally made its way to the Indian market at a starting price of Rs 1.29 crore (ex-showroom). The bookings for the flagship luxury sedan have already begun and will be sold in India via the CBU route. On the other hand, BMW will soon introduce the new version of its contender the 7-Series in India. So we take this opportunity to compare the three stalwarts of the luxury saloon segment to see how they stack up in terms of price, variants, dimensions, features and powertrain options.

Audi A8L VS Mercedes Benz S-Class VS BMW 7-Series - Price and Variants

Audi A8 L Variants	Price (Ex-Showroom)
Celebration Edition	Rs 1.29 Crore
Technology	Rs 1.57 Crore
Mercedes Benz S-Class	Price (Ex-Showroom)
S 350d	Rs 1.60 Crore
S 450 4 Matic	Rs 1.69 Crore
BMW 7-Series	Price (Ex-Showroom)
730 Ld DPE Signature	Rs 1.42 Crore
740 Li M Sport	Rs 1.45 Crore
740 Li M Sport Edition	Rs 1.50 Crore
740 Li M Sport Edition Individual	Rs 1.51 Crore
745 Le xDrive	Rs 1.76 Crore

Despite being a CBU, the newly launched Audi A8L is far more aggressively priced than its rivals. At almost Rs 30 lakh less than the Mercedes Benz S-Class and Rs 13 lakhs less than the current generation BMW 7 Series, the Audi makes a special case for itself.

In terms of variant line-up, while the S-Class and the A8L are limited to two variants, the 7 -Series gives flexibility with as many as 5 trims on offer.

Audi A8L VS Mercedes Benz S-Class VS BMW 7-Series: Dimensions

Specifications	Audi A8 L	Mercedes Benz S-Class	BMW 7-Series
Length	5302 mm	5289 mm	5260 mm
Width	1942 mm	2109 mm	1902 mm
Height	1485 mm	1503 mm	1497 mm
Wheelbase	3128 mm	3216 mm	3210 mm

When it comes to the dimensions, all three cars are closely matched. The Audi tops the list as the longest saloon while the Mercedes takes the cake as the car with the best headroom and shoulder room in this comparison. In terms of the wheelbase, it’s a tie between the 7-Series and the S-Class both measuring 3216 mm.

Audi A8L VS Mercedes Benz S-Class VS BMW 7-Series: Features

Being the flagship luxury models of their respective brands, the cars tick every box with exuberant materials and high tech features.

Each vehicle gets its own version of LED headlamps and taillights, premium audio system, multi-colour ambient lighting and air suspension with active damping among others. In addition to this all cars get a reclining rear seat with different levels of messaging and ventilation functions.

Audi A8L VS Mercedes Benz S-Class VS BMW 7-Series: Engine Options

Powertrain is one department where all the cars vary from each other. For instance, the BMW and the Mercedes are available with both a petrol and a diesel engine option while the Audi is only available with a petrol mild hybrid option only. Below the chart gives a clear idea of how the saloons compare in terms of power figures and transmission options.

So now that you have a clear idea of what each of these luxury saloons offer compared to each other and the segment, let us know which car would you prefer from this lot.