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Audi A7 vs BMW X7 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (630 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (55000 £ vs 90800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or BMW X7?

Audi A7

BMW X7

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

A7

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi A7 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 55000 £ , while the BMW X7 costs 90800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35743 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A7 manages with 1.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW X7 with 8 L. The difference is about 6.80 L per 100 km.

X7

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 A7 has a slightly edge – offering 630 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 100 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the BMW X7 takes 4.70 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A7 performs a bit better – reaching 280 km/h, while the BMW X7 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A7 pulls somewhat stronger with 850 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

A7

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BMW X7 offers significantly more seating capacity – 7 vs 4.

In curb weight, Audi A7 is clearly lighter – 1770 kg compared to 2490 kg. The difference is around 720 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X7 offers noticeable more room – 750 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 215 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X7 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 2120 L, which is about 730 L more than the Audi A7.

When it comes to payload, BMW X7 clearly perceptible takes the win – 760 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi A7 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A7 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £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
  • Electric Range : 67 - 68 km
Audi A7
BMW X7

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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 X7

The BMW X7 sits at the top of BMW’s SUV range, wrapping executive-level luxury and a cavernous cabin in a bold, road-commanding package. It’s ideal for buyers who want first-class comfort and presence on the road — think chauffeur-level refinement without hiring one, though you’ll need a confident approach to parking.

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Audi A7
BMW X7

Costs and Consumption

Price
55000 - 117900 £
Price
90800 - 117500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L
Consumption L/100km
8 - 12.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
67 - 68 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 276 g/km
co2
210 - 274 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 73 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 - 83 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1770 - 2150 kg
Curb weight
2490 - 2675 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
750 L
Length
4969 - 5009 mm
Length
5181 mm
Width
1908 - 1950 mm
Width
2000 mm
Height
1422 - 1424 mm
Height
1835 mm
Max trunk capacity
1235 - 1390 L
Max trunk capacity
2120 L
Payload
510 - 600 kg
Payload
680 - 760 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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
352 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
245 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
245 - 250 km/h
Torque
370 - 850 Nm
Torque
520 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
150 - 463 kW
Power kW
259 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Audi A7 have?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.