Verdict
The 7 Series uses 88% less fuel, the 7 Series is about 22% cheaper, while the A8 is 9% more powerful. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
The A8 L 3.0 TFSI quattro (RM1,077,990) sits above every 7 Series variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
What the A8 has over the 7 Series
Child Safety LockSeat BeltsISOFIXSeatbelt ReminderPower Sockets
What the 7 Series has over the A8
Auto Parking
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The 7 Series's wheelbase is 87 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom.
A8 5,302 × 1,945 × 1,485 mm · wheelbase 3,128 mm7 Series 5,391 × 1,950 × 1,544 mm · wheelbase 3,215 mm
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM879,900 | RM685,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Luxury | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,118✓ | RM2,125 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM8,980/mo | RM7,000/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM23,224 | RM18,177✓ |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM3,264 | RM398✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM16.32 | RM1.99✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM143,026 | RM103,502✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 3.0L TwinPower Turbo inline-six plug-in hybrid, combined output 489 PS/700 Nm |
| Capacity | 2,995 cc | 2,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 340 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ | 308 hp at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 500 Nm at 1,370 rpm✓ | 450 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 6 | Inline 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.5 mm × 89 mm | 82 mm × 94.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.2 | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 16 hp | 194 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 60 Nm | 280 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 0.5 kWh | 18.7 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 87 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7.4 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Tiptronic | Steptronic Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8.2 L/100 km | 1.0 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | 186 g/km | 22 g/km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,302 mm | 5,391 mm |
| Width | 1,945 mm | 1,950 mm |
| Height | 1,485 mm | 1,544 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,128 mm | 3,215 mm |
| Weight | 2,020 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 82 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 505 litres | 525 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R19 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Repair kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli Cinturato P7 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" 15-spoke Alloy | 20" M aerodynamic style 907 alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 15-spoke Alloy | 20" M aerodynamic style 907 alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Air Suspension with Adaptive Dampers, Dynamic All-wheel Steering | Adaptive Air Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) | 7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Powered for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Safety Notes | Audi pre safe rear | Driving Assistant Plus: Front Collision Warning, Lane Change Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Crossing-Traffic Warning, Rear Collision Prevention, Exit Warning, Speed Limit Info with Automatic Speed Limit Assist; tyre pressure monitoring |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with High Beam Assist | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated and Ventilated | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function and Bolster Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | Power-adjustable Rear Seats with Memory Function, Heated and Ventilated | Power Adjustable Rear Seats with Power Adjustments |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | 4-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | Sky Lounge Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (30 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (15 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Door Window and Windscreen Shades | 2x side sunshades, 1x rear sunshade |
| Audio | MMI navigation plus with 10.1" Upper Touchscreen, 8.6" Lower Touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 17-speaker Bang & Olufsen Premium 3D Sound System | 14.9" BMW Live Cockpit Professional system |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | 4 |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes, Parking Assistant Plus with Reversing Assistant |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Soft-close Doors | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | 5.7" Removable Rear Tablet | Parking Assistant Plus (Reversing Assistant, Surround View, Remote 3D View, Lateral Parking Aid); wireless charging tray; 4-zone automatic climate control; Executive Lounge Seating with rear massage; ventilated and heated front and rear seats; BMW Theatre Screen 31.3-inch 8K rear entertainment with HDMI; Bowers and Wilkins 18-speaker surround sound; Comfort Access; Mode 2 flexible charger and Mode 3 charging cable supplied |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 3 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | Price includes 5-year extended warranty and service package |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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A8 vs 7 Series FAQ
Which one is locally assembled?
The 7 Series is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the A8 is fully imported (CBU) from Germany. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
Which has the better warranty?
The A8 carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty against 2 years for the 7 Series. 7 Series: Price includes 5-year extended warranty and service package.