2017 Audi A7 vs. 2017 BMW 3 Series
When we compare the 2017 Audi A7's and the 2017 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Audi A7 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The 2017 BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Audi A7's and the 2017 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2017 BMW 3 Series is a better car than the 2017 Audi A7.
2017 Audi A7 vs. 2017 BMW 3 Series Pricing
A used 2017 Audi A7 ranges from $22,886 to $37,919 while a used 2017 BMW 3 Series is priced between $14,498 to $28,993.
2017 Audi A7 vs. 2017 BMW 3 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Audi A7 loses 56.1 percent of its value and the 2017 BMW 3 Series loses 52.3 percent of its value. This means the 2017 BMW 3 Series retains 3.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Audi A7.
2017 Audi A7 vs. 2017 BMW 3 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A7 is 8.2 out of 10 while the BMW 3 Series' quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Audi A7 being ranked 13 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the BMW 3 Series being ranked 6 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.
2017 Audi A7 vs. 2017 BMW 3 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A7 is 7.6 out of 10. For the BMW 3 Series the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the BMW 3 Series a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A7.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Audi A7’s base engine makes 333 horsepower, and the 2017 BMW 3 Series base engine makes 180 horsepower. The A7 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 574 miles. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 553 miles.This gives the 2017 BMW 3 Series the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2017 Audi A7 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2017 Audi A7, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2017 BMW 3 Series, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2017 BMW 3 Series has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22886 - 37919
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.560875
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14498 - 28993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522554
Audi A7 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686143 / 10
Reliability:
8.358429 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A7 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 11Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
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14 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
16 out of / 25Ranking
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16 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 24Ranking
20 out of / 24Ranking
24 out of / 25BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2017 Audi A7 Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige, quattro competition Prestige
2017 BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
333 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque:
325 foot-lbs @ 2900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
180 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
200 foot-lbs @ 1250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
416 / 574 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 35 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
363 / 553 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
24.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
114.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4244 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
55.9 inches
Length:
196.2 inches
Wheelbase:
114.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3370 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
182.8 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17