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Audi A7 vs BMW X3 comparison

Compare performance (630 HP vs 398 HP), boot space and price (55,000 £ vs 51,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or BMW X3?

Audi A7 vs BMW X3: Key differences

Audi A7

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • very slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW X3 is barely cheaper – starting at 51,700 £ , while the Audi A7 costs 55,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,343 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A7 uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW X3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 88 km, about 20 km more than the Audi A7.

X3

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A7 offers clearly more power – delivering 630 HP compared to 398 HP. That’s roughly 232 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the BMW X3 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A7 delivers noticeably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

A7

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: BMW X3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A7 is only slightly lighter – 1,770 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X3 offers very slightly more boot space – 570 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A7 carries barely more – 600 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A7 is far ahead 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
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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 X3

The BMW X3 blends sporty handling with premium comfort, making it a strong choice for drivers who want an engaging everyday SUV. Its well-appointed interior and confident road manners give it broad appeal for families and commuters who value style and versatility.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,000 - 117,900 £
Price
51,700 - 73,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 - 68 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 276 g/km
co2
64 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 73 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,150 kg
Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Length
4,969 - 5,009 mm
Length
-
Width
1,908 - 1,950 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,422 - 1,424 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,235 - 1,390 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 600 kg
Payload
570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, 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
197 - 398 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
245 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
370 - 850 Nm
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
150 - 463 kW
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 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, E, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
Is the Audi A7 offered with different drivetrains?

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

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