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Audi A5 Sportback vs VW ID.7 Touring – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Audi A5 Sportback meets VW ID.7 Touring.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A5 Sportback @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A5 Sportback has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38700 £, while the VW ID.7 Touring costs 47100 £. That’s a price difference of around 8319 £.

As for range, the VW ID.7 Touring performs decisively better – achieving up to 689 km, about 579 km more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

ID.7 Touring @ Volkswagen

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Sportback has a slight edge – offering 367 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the VW ID.7 Touring takes 5.50 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A5 Sportback performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID.7 Touring tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.7 Touring pulls to a small extent stronger with 679 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 129 Nm difference.

A5 Sportback @ Audi AG

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: VW ID.7 Touring offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Audi A5 Sportback is clearly perceptible lighter – 1770 kg compared to 2191 kg. The difference is around 421 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.7 Touring offers distinct more room – 605 L compared to 445 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.7 Touring performs distinct better – up to 1714 L, which is about 415 L more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Sportback to a small extent takes the win – 530 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW ID.7 Touring proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.7 Touring is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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ID.7 Touring @ Volkswagen

VW ID.7 Touring

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 584 - 689 km
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Audi A5 Sportback

The Audi A5 Sportback dresses up sleek coupe proportions with the everyday sense of a practical hatchback, so you get striking looks without the compromises. Behind the wheel it balances poise and comfort with premium trimmings that make daily driving feel a little bit special — ideal for buyers who want style and substance in equal measure.

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VW ID.7 Touring

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The VW ID.7 Touring blends sleek, aerodynamic fastback looks with estate practicality, delivering an electric family car that looks grown-up and feels refined. Inside it's calm and spacious with clever storage and modern tech, swallowing suitcases and weekend plans with ease — a sensible, slightly flashy choice for buyers who want electric comfort without giving up practicality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
47100 - 54900 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
107 - 110 km
Electric Range
584 - 689 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1770 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
2191 - 2336 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
605 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4961 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1862 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
1549 - 1551 mm
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
1714 L
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
459 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW

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Is the Audi A5 Sportback offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.