2017 Audi S7 vs. 2017 BMW 3 Series
When we compare the 2017 Audi S7's and the 2017 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Audi S7 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 S7's and the 2017 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2017 BMW 3 Series is a better car than the 2017 Audi S7.
2017 Audi S7 vs. 2017 BMW 3 Series Pricing
A used 2017 Audi S7 ranges from $31,873 to $48,996 while a used 2017 BMW 3 Series is priced between $14,498 to $28,993.
2017 Audi S7 vs. 2017 BMW 3 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Audi S7 loses 54.1 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 1.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Audi S7.
2017 Audi S7 vs. 2017 BMW 3 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S7 is 7.3 out of 10 while the BMW 3 Series' quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Audi S7 being ranked 16 out of 25 Best Luxury Hatchbacks and the BMW 3 Series being ranked 6 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.
2017 Audi S7 vs. 2017 BMW 3 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S7 is 7.3 out of 10. For the BMW 3 Series the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the BMW 3 Series an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi S7.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Audi S7’s base engine makes 450 horsepower, and the 2017 BMW 3 Series base engine makes 180 horsepower. The S7 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 535 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 fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2017 Audi S7. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2017 Audi S7, a midsize 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:
31873 - 48996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.540501
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14498 - 28993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522554
Audi S7 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.35 / 10
Reliability:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686143 / 10
Reliability:
8.358429 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi S7 Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 19Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 19Ranking
16 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 25Ranking
20 out of / 25Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
28 out of / 29BMW 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 S7 Trim Levels
4.0T quattro Premium Plus, 4.0T quattro 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:
450 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 1400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.100 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:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
337 / 535 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:
118.5 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:
4486 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
55 inches
Length:
196.3 inches
Wheelbase:
114.8 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