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BMW 7 Series vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or VW Arteon?

BMW 7 Series vs VW Arteon: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Arteon

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably 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:

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

VW Arteon is significantly cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59,490 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 7 Series uses 3.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

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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 BMW 7 Series offers substantially more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 251 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Arteon is considerably lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 648 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers marginally more boot space – 590 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries moderately more – 665 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 7 Series holds a decisive overall lead 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
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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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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
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
-
Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
-
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, 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
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the BMW 7 Series?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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