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Audi Q7 vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (507 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (70,600 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q7 or VW Arteon?

Audi Q7 vs VW Arteon: Key differences

Audi Q7

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Q7

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Arteon is substantially cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the Audi Q7 costs 70,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,347 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q7 uses 3.8 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

Arteon

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 Q7 offers markedly more power – delivering 507 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 187 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q7 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q7 delivers considerably more torque with 770 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

Q7

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: Audi Q7 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Arteon is noticeably lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 2,055 kg. The difference is around 448 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q7 offers markedly more boot space – 887 L compared to 590 L. That’s a difference of about 297 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q7 carries visibly more – 885 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 316 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q7 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.

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Q7

Audi Q7

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 231 - 507 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.8 - 11.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 81 - 82 km
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Audi Q7

The Audi Q7 cuts an imposing figure on the road, balancing restrained luxury with a spacious, tech-rich cabin that makes long journeys feel effortless. It rides with confident composure and polished manners, so if you want a premium family SUV that feels grown-up and worth the badge, the Q7 is a persuasive choice — even the in-laws will be impressed.

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Reviews Audi Q7

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24 Mar 2026, 11:45:19

Constant faults with the touch door opening, the trunk, sign-reading and the front obstacle sensors. The service repaired it under warranty five times — they replaced wiring harnesses, a sensor, uploaded software — and then gave up. They told me they don’t know what else to do. That’s the customer care at a German premium brand. A car worth over 400,000 and they tell the customer they don’t know what to do. I paid the final installment and I’m giving the car back to them. I’m taking a Chinese BYD Seal U DM-i plug-in hybrid with better equipment for 165k after a discount from 225k. With that attitude to customers and those high prices, the Germans will have fewer and fewer people interested in their cars — but they’ve only got themselves to blame!!!

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VW Arteon

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
70,600 - 100,600 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 11.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 82 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
86 - 271 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,055 - 2,460 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
563 - 887 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
-
Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
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Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
640 - 885 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 507 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
500 - 770 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 373 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
Is the Audi Q7 offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi Q7 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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