Audi A7 vs. BMW 5 Series
When comparing the Audi A7's and the BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the Audi A7 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi A7's and the BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the BMW 5 Series is a better car than the Audi A7.
Audi A7 vs. BMW 5 Series Pricing
A used 2023 Audi A7 ranges from $65,991 to $81,509 while a used 2023 BMW 5 Series is priced between $52,995 to $80,696. For a new model, the Audi A7's price is between $76,528 and $89,364, with the BMW 5 Series priced between $58,569 and $90,395.
Audi A7 vs. BMW 5 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A7 loses 56.1 percent of its value and the BMW 5 Series loses 59.1 percent of its value. This means the Audi A7 retains 3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW 5 Series.
Audi A7 vs. BMW 5 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A7 is 8.2 out of 10 while the BMW 5 Series' quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Audi A7 being ranked 3 out of 25 Best Luxury Hatchbacks and the BMW 5 Series being ranked 8 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
Audi A7 vs. BMW 5 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A7 is 7.6 out of 10. For the BMW 5 Series the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the BMW 5 Series a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A7.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A7’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the BMW 5 Series base engine makes 248 horsepower. The A7 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 579 miles. The 5 Series is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 594 miles. This gives the BMW 5 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi A7. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW 5 Series, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear head room. The Audi A7, a large car, has the advantage in the areas of rear leg room cargo space. The Audi A7 and BMW 5 Series are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing IIHS evaluations, both the Audi A7 and the BMW 5 Series have the same Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$76,528 - $89,364
Used Asking Price:
$65,991 - $81,509
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
56.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$58,569 - $90,395
Used Asking Price:
$52,995 - $80,696
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
59.1%
Audi A7 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 5 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A7 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 22Ranking
16 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 24Ranking
23 out of / 25BMW 5 Series Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Audi A7 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 55 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 55 TFSI, quattro Prestige 55 TFSI
BMW 5 Series Trim Levels
530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
257 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 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 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
405 / 579 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):
25 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
450 / 594 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:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
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:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
24.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
14 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4343 lbs
Width:
83.4 inches
Height:
56 inches
Length:
195.6 inches
Wheelbase:
115.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3783 lbs
Width:
83.7 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
195.8 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/40R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
