Audi A8 L vs. BMW 7 Series
When comparing the Audi A8 L's and the BMW 7 Series's specifications and ratings, the Audi A8 L has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The BMW 7 Series has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A8 L's and the BMW 7 Series's specifications and ratings, the Audi A8 L is a better car than the BMW 7 Series.
Audi A8 L vs. BMW 7 Series Pricing
For a new model, the Audi A8 L's price is between $96,310 and $106,460, with the BMW 7 Series priced between $100,738 and $148,724.
Audi A8 L vs. BMW 7 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A8 L loses 60 percent of its value and the BMW 7 Series loses 61.5 percent of its value. This means the Audi A8 L retains 1.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW 7 Series.
Audi A8 L vs. BMW 7 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A8 L is 7.8 out of 10 while the BMW 7 Series' quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Audi A8 L being ranked 8 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the BMW 7 Series being ranked 14 out of 24.
Audi A8 L vs. BMW 7 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A8 L is 8.7 out of 10. For the BMW 7 Series the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the Audi A8 L a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 7 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A8 L’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the BMW 7 Series base engine makes 375 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are large cars, the BMW 7 Series has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, and cargo space. The Audi A8 L has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$96,310 - $106,460
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
60%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$100,738 - $148,724
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
61.5%
Audi A8 L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 7 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A8 L Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
16 out of / 24Ranking
18 out of / 24Ranking
20 out of / 24Ranking
20 out of / 24BMW 7 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
8 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
23 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Audi A8 L Trim Levels
quattro 55 TFSI
BMW 7 Series Trim Levels
740i, 740i xDrive, 760i 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:
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):
0.070 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
375 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
398 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 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
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
12.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
43.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
19.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
112.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4762 lbs
Width:
83.8 inches
Height:
58.3 inches
Length:
209.5 inches
Wheelbase:
123.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4720 lbs
Width:
86.3 inches
Height:
60.8 inches
Length:
212.2 inches
Wheelbase:
126.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R20
