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BMW 7 Series vs Renault Austral comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 148 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Renault Austral?

BMW 7 Series vs Renault Austral: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Austral

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Austral is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 72,857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 7 Series uses 3.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Renault Austral with 6.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

Austral

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 BMW 7 Series offers considerably more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 148 HP. That’s roughly 423 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Renault Austral takes 9.9 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 530 Nm more.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Austral is clearly lighter – 1,548 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 707 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Austral offers marginally more boot space – 555 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries markedly more – 665 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 7 Series 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 £102,800
7 Series

BMW 7 Series

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 300 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 80 km
BMW 7 Series
Renault Austral

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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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Renault Austral

The Renault Austral is a stylish, well-built crossover that blends a comfortable ride with a spacious, modern cabin. It combines everyday-friendly refinement and contemporary technology with a focus on safety and practicality, making it a sensible choice for drivers who want an all-round family car.

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BMW 7 Series
Renault Austral

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
29,900 - 34,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,548 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
148 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
109 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Renault
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