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BMW XM vs Audi A7 comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 630 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 55,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Audi A7?

BMW XM vs Audi A7: Key differences

BMW XM

  • somewhat more power
  • slightly more electric range
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Audi A7

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

XM

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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 55,000 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61,114 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A7 uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW XM with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW XM offers slightly more range – reaching up to 80 km, about 12 km more than the Audi A7.

A7

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 BMW XM offers somewhat more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 630 HP. That’s roughly 118 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the BMW XM takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers slightly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

XM

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: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A7 is clearly lighter – 1,770 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 925 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A7 offers barely more boot space – 535 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 8 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A7 carries slightly more – 600 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A7 is far ahead 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 £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/100km
  • Electric Range 67 - 68 km
BMW XM
Audi A7

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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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 XM
Audi A7

Costs and Consumption

Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
55,000 - 117,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
67 - 68 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.4 kWh
co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
28 - 276 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 73 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
7
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
Length
-
Length
4,969 - 5,009 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,908 - 1,950 mm
Height
-
Height
1,422 - 1,424 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,235 - 1,390 L
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
510 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
204 - 630 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
245 - 280 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
370 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
150 - 463 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Audi
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