55 TFSI quattro tiptronic 250 kW MHEVHybrid

Audi A8 55 TFSI quattro tiptronic 250 kW MHEV

Essence hybridelimousineGENERATION D5, 2025

340 hp, 5,6 s 0-100 : among the 14 limousines hybrid 2023–2027, the A8 55 TFSI quattro tiptronic 250 kW MHEV ranks 13th of 14 in 0–100 km/h, 6th of 14 in Top speed, 9th of 14 in Power-to-weight. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Power
340 hp
500 Nm
0 → 100 km/h
5.6 s
VMax 250 km/h
Cons.
10.3 L
/100 km
Tank
82 L

Full specifications

Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.

Powertrain

Displacement
2,995 cm³
Power
340 hp
Couple
500 Nm
Gearbox
Convertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique
Transmission
Integrale (AWD)

Consumption

Cons. WLTP
10.3 L/100 km
Tank
82 L

Performance

0 → 100 km/h
5,6 s
VMax
250 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length
5,190 mm
Wheelbase
2,998 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
1,452 mm
Boot
505 L
Kerb weight
1,960 kg
Cd
0.26
CO₂ WLTP
234 g/km

Caralogy Methodology

Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.

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Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance

Among the 14 limousines hybrid, the A8 55 TFSI quattro tiptronic 250 kW MHEV ranks (in the bottom third) in acceleration. Caralogy simulates its real-world performance: motorway simulation, performance simulation and consumption simulation.

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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for

Optimised urban and peri-urban trips with no charging to manage.

Less suitable for

Home charging access not leveraged. If you have a dedicated outlet, a PHEV would allow daily commutes in pure electric mode.

Alternatives to consider

If the priority is 0–100 km/h, the Mercedes S 580 4MATIC Limousine Langversion (1st with 4.0 s) takes the lead. If the priority is Top speed, the Mercedes S 500 4MATIC Limousine Langversion (1st with 250 km/h) takes the lead.

Acceleration: 5.6 s 0-100 (13th of 14 in 0–100 km/h)

In pure acceleration, the A8 55 TFSI quattro tiptronic 250 kW MHEV ranks 13th of 14 in 0–100 km/h, 1.6 s off the reference Mercedes S 580 4MATIC Limousine Langversion (4.0 s).

Top speed: 250 km/h (6th of 14 in Top speed)

Top speed of 250 km/h. The segment reference reaches 250 km/h.

Where the A8 55 TFSI quattro tiptronic 250 kW MHEV stands against limousines hybrid

Comparison across 14 limousines hybrid marketed between 2023–2027.
0–100 km/h13e / 14
5,6 s
Min 5,7 s · Audi A8 L 55 TFSI quattro tiptronic 250 kW MHEVMax 4,0 s · Mercedes S 580 4MATIC Limousine Langversion
Top speed6e / 14
250 km/h
Min 250 km/h · Mercedes S 580 4MATIC Saloon, long versionMax 250 km/h · Mercedes S 500 4MATIC Limousine Langversion
Power-to-weight9e / 14
173 hp/t
Min 139 hp/t · Mercedes S 350 d 4MATIC Limousine LangversionMax 239 hp/t · Mercedes S 580 4MATIC Limousine

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

Cross-energy alternatives

Same needs, different powertrain.

The full Audi A8 D5 range

Generation D5 launched in 2017. Available versions sorted by energy.

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Popular duels involving the A8 55 TFSI quattro tiptronic 250 kW MHEV

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Audi A8 55 TFSI quattro tiptronic 250 kW MHEV: what you need to know

Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.

Where does the A8 55 TFSI quattro tiptronic 250 kW MHEV rank in its segment?

Among the 14 limousines hybrid 2023–2027, the A8 55 TFSI quattro tiptronic 250 kW MHEV ranks 13th of 14 in 0–100 km/h (5.6 s, behind the Mercedes S 580 4MATIC Limousine Langversion), 6th of 14 in Top speed (250 km/h, behind the Mercedes S 500 4MATIC Limousine Langversion), 9th of 14 in Power-to-weight (173 hp/t, behind the Mercedes S 580 4MATIC Limousine).

How much does the A8 55 TFSI quattro tiptronic 250 kW MHEV cost to run?

Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.

Why not a Mercedes S 580 4MATIC Limousine Langversion instead?

The Mercedes S 580 4MATIC Limousine Langversion leads in 0–100 km/h (4.0 s vs 5.6 s). The choice depends on your priorities: check the A8 55 TFSI quattro tiptronic 250 kW MHEV vs Mercedes S 580 4MATIC Limousine Langversion duel for a detailed comparison.

How does Caralogy calculate its figures?

Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.