Audi A7 vs BMW 5 Series Saloon - Differences and prices compared

Q: What is the maximum horsepower of the Audi A7?

The Audi A7 reaches a peak output of 630 HP, depending on the model.

Q: What are the consumption figures for the Audi A7 in liters per 100 km?

On average, the Audi A7 consumes 1.20 L.

Q: What is the Audi A7’s maximum WLTP range?

According to WLTP, the Audi A7 can travel up to 68 km on a single charge.

Q: How large is the Audi A7’s battery?

The battery offers a capacity of 14.40 kWh.

Q: What are the dimensions of the Audi A7?

Overall, the Audi A7 is 4969 mm long, 1908 mm wide and 1422 mm high.

Q: What drivetrain options does the BMW 5 Series Saloon have?

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

Q: How much power does the BMW 5 Series Saloon deliver on the road?

The BMW 5 Series Saloon reaches a peak output of 727 HP, depending on the model.

Q: What is the fuel consumption of the BMW 5 Series Saloon according to the manufacturer?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 2.10 L.

Q: What is the BMW 5 Series Saloon’s maximum WLTP range?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 105 km.

Compare performance (630 HP vs 727 HP), boot space and price (55000 £ vs 50800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or BMW 5 Series Saloon?

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Audi A7

BMW 5 Series Saloon

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

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BMW 5 Series Saloon has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50800 £ , while the Audi A7 costs 55000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4200 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A7 manages with 1.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW 5 Series Saloon with 2.10 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the BMW 5 Series Saloon performs evident better – achieving up to 105 km, about 37 km more than the Audi A7.

5 Series Saloon

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 BMW 5 Series Saloon has a somewhat edge – offering 727 HP compared to 630 HP. That’s roughly 97 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the BMW 5 Series Saloon takes 3.50 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A7 performs slightly better – reaching 280 km/h, while the BMW 5 Series Saloon tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 5 Series Saloon pulls a bit stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: BMW 5 Series Saloon offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Audi A7 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1770 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 30 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A7 offers slight more room – 535 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 600 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A7 comes out ahead with a more balanced overall result in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Audi A7

BMW 5 Series Saloon

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Audi A7

Price : 55000 - 117900 £
Body Type : Hatchback
Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 204 - 630 HP
Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 12.2 L
Electric Range : 67 - 68 km
Battery Capacity : 14.40 kWh
Seats : 4
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 3.4 - 8.1 s
Model Year : 2023 - 2024
Max Speed : 245 - 280 km/h
Torque : 370 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4 - 8
Doors : 5
Model : A7
Modell : A7 Sportback 40 TDI, A7 Sportback 45 TDI, A7 Sportback 45 TFSI, A7 Sportback 50 TDI, A7 Sportback 50 TFSI e, A7 Sportback 55 TFSI e, A7 Sportback 55 TFSI, RS7 performance Sportback, RS7 Sportback, S7 Sportback TDI
CO2 Efficiency Class : E, F, B, G
Trim Level : quattro S tronic, S tronic, quattro tiptronic, tiptronic
Power kW : 150 - 463 kW
co2 : 28 - 276 g/km
Engine capacity : 1968 - 3996 cm3
Curb weight : 1770 - 2150 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 52 - 73 L
Trunk capacity : 380 - 535 L
Length : 4969 - 5009 mm
Width : 1908 - 1950 mm
Height : 1422 - 1424 mm
Brand : Audi
Max trunk capacity : 1235 - 1390 L
Payload : 510 - 600 kg

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Audi A7

The Audi A7 wraps elegant fastback lines around a sumptuous, tech-packed cabin that turns everyday drives into something a bit more special. It strikes a polished balance between relaxed comfort and engaging poise, so you’ll enjoy long cruises and spirited backroad runs while arriving in unmistakable style.

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BMW 5 Series Saloon

The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.

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Audi A7

BMW 5 Series Saloon

Costs and Consumption
Price 55000 - 117900 £	Price 50800 - 124500 £
Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 12.2 L	Consumption L/100km 2.1 - 5.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 67 - 68 km	Electric Range 67 - 105 km
Battery Capacity 14.40 kWh	Battery Capacity 19 - 19.4 kWh
co2 28 - 276 g/km	co2 48 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 52 - 73 L	Fuel tank capacity 60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Hatchback	Body Type Sedan
Seats 4	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 4
Curb weight 1770 - 2150 kg	Curb weight 1800 - 2515 kg
Trunk capacity 380 - 535 L	Trunk capacity 466 - 520 L
Length 4969 - 5009 mm	Length 5060 mm
Width 1908 - 1950 mm	Width 1900 - 1970 mm
Height 1422 - 1424 mm	Height 1515 mm
Max trunk capacity 1235 - 1390 L	Max trunk capacity -
Payload 510 - 600 kg	Payload 425 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid	Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox	Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 204 - 630 HP	Power HP 197 - 727 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.4 - 8.1 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.5 - 7.5 s
Max Speed 245 - 280 km/h	Max Speed 225 - 250 km/h
Torque 370 - 850 Nm	Torque 330 - 1000 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 8	Number of Cylinders 4 - 8
Power kW 150 - 463 kW	Power kW 145 - 535 kW
Engine capacity 1968 - 3996 cm3	Engine capacity 1995 - 4395 cm3