7 Series v S-Class v A8: Which is best?

These are three of the most luxurious cars you can buy in 2023 - the Mercedes S-Class, BMW 7 Series and Audi A8! The question is, if you’re in the market for a luxury limousine, which should you choose?

Well worry no more! Mat’s here to get hands on with all three cars to find out which should be crowned the must-have luxury limo!

One area where these three cars are pretty evenly matched is the quality of their interiors. All three come packed with high-quality, soft touch materials throughout, and they all come with super comfortable seats whether you’re sat in the front or back. However, there are a couple of notable differences…

For example, sit in the back of the 7 Series, and you’re treated to an absolutely HUGE infotainment screen for rear seat passengers - it’s like you’re sat in your own cinema! You’ll find screens in the back seats of the A8, too, but they are a whole lot smaller than the BMW’s. And when it comes to the S-Class, you don’t even get a screen! Thankfully though the massive infotainment screen at the front kind of makes up for this.

When it comes to performance, the most powerful car here is the BMW. We’ve got our hands on the M760e edition, which means it comes with a 3-litre turbo petrol engine coupled with an electric motor, which combine to produce 571hp and 800Nm of torque.

The second most powerful car is the S-Class, which s the S580e edition. It comes with a 3-litre straight-six turbo engine and an electric motor, and they combine to put down 510hp and 750Nm. Then finally we have the A8, which in this instance is the 60 TFSI e. Under the bonnet you’ll find a 3-litre V6 coupled with an electric motor, which can produce 462hp and 700Nm.

So they’re all luxurious, and they’re all packed with tech. The question is, which is best?! Well there’s only one way to find out for sure - stick with Mat for this all-new group test!

Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:28 Engines
01:27 0-60mph
03:18 Price
03:41 Design
04:34 Interior
07:27 Back Seats
11:00 Boot
11:52 Driving: S-Class
15:33 Back-seat Driving: S-Class
16:54 Driving: Audi A8
20:06 Back-seat Driving: A8
21:19 Driving: 7 Series
24:26 Back-seat Driving: 7 Series
26:26 Verdict

[carwow]

Which car do you think looks the best? VOTE BELOW!

[chele]

The BMW is NOT missing a tablet in the back armrest. What you assumed to be the tablet holder is an actively cooled wireless phone charging area. The tablet know from the previous generation 7 series was replaced by the door mounted displays.

[KoeiNL]

Its clear the S Class does its job the best: providing a smooth and comfortable ride. It also looks unassuming, which I think is a good thing in this class of car.

[alialsaffar]

Who’s broke like me and still watching?😂

[sylvesterchikanya]

S-Class takes the cake in terms of ultra luxurious looks. The car still looks very stately.

[reddyuda]

Honestly, I still prefer the S class. I just love the way the new ones look

[oldspicey]

The screens on the BMW's rear seat control are out of this world futuristic. Completely blown away by that.

[nerdatheart]

Based on price you should have compared the S8. Would be a different ballgame.

[pradeeplal]

31.3 inches 8K LED screen is marvelous with 7 inches touch screen controller .SUPERB. UNBELIEVABLE.

[liveamazing]

As a MB Employee, there are SEVERAL other ways to equip the S class. TTv8, with AWD (4matic) and AMG S63. Mercedes-Benz also has thigh support reclining seats. Most S Classes come with rear wheel steering. S580s specifically

[lloydbonafide]

S class over everything. It's still a pioneer today with its features and comfort. Also, it looks better.

[amirulzamir]

7 series for me. That big screen at the rear, interior design and spacious boot seal the deal for me

[jacked_senpai]

BMW is a sports car pretending to be a luxurious car while the merc is a luxury car pretending to be a sports car

[daytoncorl]

This generation of Audi A8 is 5 years old and I think it still has the best balance of luxury (without being flashy), quality, daily drivability and its the least expensive!

[mvheglm]

Gallons, miles, UK or US? Why can't we all agree on the metric system...

[ertugrulbae]

BMW 7 series takes the crown in the luxury segment. They killed it with the interior.

[seancarter]

Even as an Audi fan, I still love the interiors of BMW!! I feel that Audi has started to lag behind now, but considering the Audi is the cheapest, the lack of luxury comparatively in Audi could be forgiven.

[jorrit_o]

I think the S class is in a class of its own when it comes to road presence... Everytime I see an s class gliding along I'm wowed but with the A8 for example I don't really recongnise it at all...

[fredxam]

In terms of comfort, s class was always and will remain the best. In terms of look, i like how the 7 series made a major change to this car. Looks like a space ship. Always loved s classes but i really like the 7 series this model u got here.

[aleksei]

I feel like Audi has been falling a little short recently in their sedan lineup, hopefully they will update them to match the competition soon