Audi A7 vs VW Arteon - 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 VW Arteon have?

The VW Arteon is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower of the VW Arteon?

The VW Arteon reaches a peak output of 320 HP, depending on the model.

Q: What are the consumption figures for the VW Arteon in liters per 100 km?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 5.10 L.

Q: What is the top speed of the VW Arteon?

Depending on the model, top speed is 250 km/h.

Compare performance (630 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (55000 £ vs 43300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or VW Arteon?

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Audi A7

VW Arteon

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

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Arteon has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 43300 £, while the Audi A7 costs 55000 £. That’s a price difference of around 11747 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A7 manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.10 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.

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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 has a convincingly edge – offering 630 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 310 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A7 pulls clearly stronger with 850 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm difference.

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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 Arteon offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, VW Arteon is a bit lighter – 1607 kg compared to 1770 kg. The difference is around 163 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Arteon offers hardly perceptible more room – 590 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon performs to a small extent better – up to 1632 L, which is about 242 L more than the Audi A7.

When it comes to payload, Audi A7 slight takes the win – 600 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

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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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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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VW Arteon

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The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Audi A7

VW Arteon

Costs and Consumption
Price 55000 - 117900 £	Price 43300 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 12.2 L	Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 8.6 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 133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 52 - 73 L	Fuel tank capacity 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Hatchback	Body Type Estate
Seats 4	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1770 - 2150 kg	Curb weight 1607 - 1773 kg
Trunk capacity 380 - 535 L	Trunk capacity 590 L
Length 4969 - 5009 mm	Length 4866 mm
Width 1908 - 1950 mm	Width 1871 mm
Height 1422 - 1424 mm	Height 1434 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity 1235 - 1390 L	Max trunk capacity 1632 L
Payload 510 - 600 kg	Payload 467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid	Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox	Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 204 - 630 HP	Power HP 150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.4 - 8.1 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed 245 - 280 km/h	Max Speed 216 - 250 km/h
Torque 370 - 850 Nm	Torque 320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 8	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 150 - 463 kW	Power kW 110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity 1968 - 3996 cm3	Engine capacity 1968 - 1984 cm3