2025 Bentley Continental vs 2026 Audi S8

$302,100 · Coupe

$130,000 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

Choosing between ultimate luxury and value-packed performance is a classic dilemma, especially when comparing the staggering 2025 Bentley Continental and the sophisticated 2026 Audi S8. The Bentley is an outright powerhouse, boasting 771 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque, translating to exhilarating speed but demanding a hefty MSRP of $302,100. In contrast, the Audi S8 offers strong performance with 563 hp for nearly half the price at $130,000, representing a massive $172,100 gap. While the Bentley provides a brief 30-mile electric range, the Audi is slightly more practical for regular road trips, achieving 24 MPG highway versus the Bentley's 22 MPG highway. For daily drivers, the Audi's sedan shape and 12.5 cu ft cargo capacity edge out the Bentley's coupe form and smaller 9.2 cu ft trunk, making the S8 the better all-rounder despite the Continental's superior sheer muscle.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Audi S8

The Audi S8 wins for commuters due to its more practical sedan body style and marginally better highway fuel economy at 24 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Audi S8

The 2026 Audi S8 is better suited for families as it offers a larger 12.5 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Bentley's 9.2 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Bentley Continental

Enthusiasts will overwhelmingly prefer the 2025 Bentley Continental for its massive 771 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque advantage.

💰 Best Value

2026 Audi S8

The Audi S8 is the clear value winner, costing $172,100 less while still providing 563 hp.

Choose the Bentley Continental if...

You prioritize raw power, needing the class-leading 771 horsepower output.
You desire the exclusivity and traditional coupe styling of the Bentley.
You can leverage the 30 miles of electric range for short daily trips.

Choose the Audi S8 if...

Your budget is near the $130,000 mark rather than over $300,000.
You require the greater practicality of a sedan body and 12.5 cu ft cargo space.
You prefer the standard 8-speed shiftable automatic over an automated manual transmission.

Key Dimensions

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

Features Comparison

Safety

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

Engine

Feature	Bentley	Audi
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	4.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V8
Base Engine Type	plug-in hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	771 hp	563 hp
Torque	738 lb-ft	590 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	Bentley	Audi
Transmission Type	8-speed automated manual	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Bentley	Audi
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	17/22 MPG	15/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	19 MPG	18 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	357.0/462.0 mi.	325.5/520.8 mi.
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.	—
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.0 gal.	21.7 gal.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	SAE J1772	—

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

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

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

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

Rearseats

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

Tires and Wheels

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

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Bentley	Audi
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Bentley Continental and 2026 Audi S8.

What is the exact price difference between these two luxury machines?

The MSRP difference is substantial: the 2025 Bentley Continental starts at $302,100, while the 2026 Audi S8 is priced at $130,000, creating a $172,100 gap in entry cost.

How much faster is the Bentley compared to the Audi?

The Bentley Continental has a commanding 208 horsepower advantage (771 hp vs. 563 hp) and 148 lb-ft more torque (738 vs. 590 lb-ft), making it significantly quicker in straight-line acceleration.

Does the Bentley's plug-in hybrid system offer meaningful efficiency gains?

The Bentley does offer a 30-mile electric range, which can help offset its 17 MPG city fuel economy, but overall, the S8 is very close with an 18 combined MPG rating.

Which vehicle offers more usable space for passengers and gear?

The Audi S8, being a sedan, provides more practical dimensions, including a larger 12.5 cu ft cargo capacity compared to the Bentley coupe's 9.2 cu ft.

Are the drivetrains comparable between the two AWD vehicles?

Both feature All-Wheel Drive, but the Bentley uses an 8-speed automated manual, whereas the Audi uses a traditional 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

Which car is less costly to run in terms of highway efficiency?

The Audi S8 slightly wins on the highway, achieving 24 MPG compared to the Bentley Continental's 22 MPG, although both strictly require premium unleaded fuel.