2025 Audi S8 vs 2025 Bentley Continental

$125,300 · Sedan

$302,100 · Coupe

Comparison Overview

Deciding between the 2025 Audi S8 and the 2025 Bentley Continental often comes down to balancing extreme performance luxury with relative practicality and affordability. The massive $176,800 price gap is the first thing you notice; the Audi starts at $125,300 while the Bentley commands $302,100. Power figures also show a significant delta, with the Continental boasting a huge 771 hp compared to the S8's 563 hp. For daily driving duties, the S8 offers better space, featuring 12.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity versus the Bentley's tighter 9.2 cu ft, and its sedan profile makes ingress/egress easier. While both are thirsty, the Audi’s slightly better highway fuel economy at 24 MPG marginally edges out the Bentley's 22 MPG on highway runs. If budget and usability are key factors, the S8 provides near-flagship luxury performance for significantly less cash.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi S8

The Audi S8, being a four-door sedan with a larger 12.5 cu ft trunk, offers superior everyday usability compared to the Bentley's two-door coupe design.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Audi S8

The S8's sedan body style inherently provides more practical passenger access and cargo space than the Bentley Continental coupe.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Bentley Continental

The Bentley Continental is the clear performance winner, producing an astounding 771 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque, easily outstripping the S8's 563 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Audi S8

The Audi S8 delivers 563 hp for under $126,000, offering significantly better performance per dollar when contrasted with the Bentley's $302,100 entry price.

Choose the Audi S8 if...

You require four doors and a more usable 12.5 cu ft trunk for regular hauling.
Staying below the $130,000 mark is a primary budgetary consideration.
You prefer slightly better highway efficiency, netting 24 MPG versus the Bentley's 22 MPG.

Choose the Bentley Continental if...

Uncompromising performance is paramount, highlighted by its 771 hp output.
You value the added complexity and benefit of the 30 miles of electric range.
You prefer the lower stance, being 3.5 inches lower in height than the S8.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi S8	Bentley Continental
Length	209.5"	192.7"
Width	76.6"	77.4"
Height	58.5"	55.0"
Wheelbase	123.2"	112.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	Bentley
Lane Departure Warning	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	—
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	—
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Blind Spot Monitor	—	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Rear Integrated Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Bentley
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	4.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V8
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	plug-in hybrid
Horsepower	563 hp	771 hp
Torque	590 lb-ft	738 lb-ft
Number of Valves	32	32
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	Bentley
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed automated manual
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Bentley
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/24 MPG	17/22 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	18 MPG	19 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	325.5/520.8 mi.	357.0/462.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.7 gal.	21.0 gal.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	—	49/57 MPGe
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	—	46 MPGe
EPA Electric Driving Range	—	30 mi.
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	—	64
Charging Time (240V)	—	3.0 hr.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	—	SAE J1772

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	Bentley
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Extended Cabin Heating	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cooled Storage Compartment	✓	—
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	—	✓
Steering Wheel Material	—	Leather and Simulated Suede
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Bentley
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	Bang & Olufsen	—
Stereo Power	730W	650W
Speaker System	17	10
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	—
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Memory Card Slot	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Audi	Bentley
One-Touch Power Windows	4	2
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Bentley
Front Head Room	38.3 in.	37.6 in.
Front Leg Room	41.5 in.	42.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.1 in.	—
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	18-way	12-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	18-way	12-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Seat Massage Function	✓	—
Seat Material: Premium Leather/Sueded Microfiber	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	2

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Bentley
Rear Head Room	38.5 in.	36.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	44.3 in.	32.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	57.6 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Bentley
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	21 in	—
Tire Type	Performance	Performance
Tire Size	265/35R21	315/30R
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	—
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	22 in

Suspension

Feature	Audi	Bentley
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	—	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	—	✓

Warranty

Feature	Audi	Bentley
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ unlimited mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ unlimited mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	3 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	3 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi S8 and 2025 Bentley Continental.

What is the main performance difference between the 2025 Audi S8 and the 2025 Bentley Continental?

The Bentley Continental is vastly more powerful, boasting 771 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque. The Audi S8 offers a respectable 563 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque, resulting in a 208 hp deficit for the Audi.

How much more fuel-efficient is the Audi S8 than the Bentley Continental?

Both require premium fuel and have relatively low MPG ratings, but the S8 has a slight edge with 18 MPG combined compared to the Bentley's 19 MPG combined rating, though their City/Highway splits are similar (15/24 MPG for Audi vs 17/22 MPG for Bentley).

Does the Bentley Continental offer any electric driving capability?

Yes, the 2025 Bentley Continental listing specifies an electric range of 30 miles, which is a feature the Audi S8 does not possess.

Is the Audi S8 a more practical choice for carrying passengers and luggage?

Absolutely; the Audi S8 is a full-size sedan with 12.5 cu ft of cargo space, whereas the Bentley Continental is a coupe with a tighter 9.2 cu ft trunk.

How significant is the price discrepancy between these two luxury vehicles?

The difference is substantial: the 2025 Bentley Continental starts at $302,100, meaning it costs $176,800 more than the 2025 Audi S8 starting at $125,300.