Audi A7 vs. Tesla Model S
In comparing the Audi A7's and the Tesla Model S's specifications and ratings, The Tesla Model S has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A7's and the Tesla Model S's specifications and ratings, the Tesla Model S is a better car than the Audi A7.
Audi A7 vs. Tesla Model S 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 Tesla Model S loses 52.3 percent of its value. This means the Tesla Model S retains 3.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A7.
Audi A7 vs. Tesla Model S Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A7 is 8.2 out of 10 while the Tesla Model S's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Audi A7 being ranked 13 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Tesla Model S being ranked 1 out of 6 Best Electric Luxury Hatchbacks.
Audi A7 vs. Tesla Model S Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A7 is 7.6 out of 10. For the Tesla Model S the reliability rating is 9.4 out of 10. This gives the Tesla Model S an 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 Tesla Model S base engine makes 670 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Tesla Model S, a electric large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The Audi A7, a large car, has the advantage in the areas of rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
79366 - 89748
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.560875
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522578
Audi A7 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Tesla Model S Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.85 / 10
Reliability:
9.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A7 Rankings
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15 out of / 27Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Audi A7 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 55 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 55 TFSI, quattro Prestige 55 TFSI
Tesla Model S Trim Levels
Base, Plaid
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:
8 years / 150000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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:
670 hp
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.147 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):
Not yet available
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
405 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity:
100 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
15 hours (240V)
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:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
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:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
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:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
28.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
120.3 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:
4561 lbs
Width:
86.2 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
197.7 inches
Wheelbase:
116.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
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:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R19