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Audi A7 vs BMW 7 Series comparison

Compare performance (630 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (55,000 £ vs 102,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or BMW 7 Series?

Audi A7 vs BMW 7 Series: Key differences

Audi A7

  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter

BMW 7 Series

  • slightly more electric range
  • marginally more trunk space

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

A7

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi A7 is substantially cheaper – starting at 55,000 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,743 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A7 uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 7 Series with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW 7 Series offers slightly more range – reaching up to 80 km, about 12 km more than the Audi A7.

7 Series

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A7 offers very slightly more power – delivering 630 HP compared to 571 HP. That’s roughly 59 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the BMW 7 Series takes 4.3 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A7 is somewhat faster – reaching 280 km/h, while the BMW 7 Series tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A7 delivers marginally more torque with 850 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

A7

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW 7 Series offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A7 is noticeably lighter – 1,770 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 485 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers marginally more boot space – 540 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries very slightly more – 665 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A7 is clearly superior overall 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.

from £55,000
A7

Audi A7

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 630 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 67 - 68 km
Audi A7
BMW 7 Series

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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 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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Audi A7
BMW 7 Series

Costs and Consumption

Price
55,000 - 117,900 £
Price
102,800 - 127,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
67 - 68 km
Electric Range
80 km
Battery Capacity
14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
17.6 kWh
co2
28 - 276 g/km
co2
74 - 160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 73 L
Fuel tank capacity
65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,150 kg
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Length
4,969 - 5,009 mm
Length
5,391 mm
Width
1,908 - 1,950 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Height
1,422 - 1,424 mm
Height
1,544 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,235 - 1,390 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 600 kg
Payload
605 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 630 HP
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
245 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
370 - 850 Nm
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
150 - 463 kW
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
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