Audi RS 7 vs. BMW 3 Series
In comparing the Audi RS 7's and the BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the Audi RS 7 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi RS 7's and the BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the BMW 3 Series is a better car than the Audi RS 7.
Audi RS 7 vs. BMW 3 Series Pricing
For a new model, the Audi RS 7's price is between $139,139 and $164,416, with the BMW 3 Series priced between $47,938 and $68,615.
Audi RS 7 vs. BMW 3 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi RS 7 loses 54.1 percent of its value and the BMW 3 Series loses 52.3 percent of its value. This means the BMW 3 Series retains 1.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi RS 7.
Audi RS 7 vs. BMW 3 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi RS 7 is 7.2 out of 10 while the BMW 3 Series' quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Audi RS 7 being ranked 15 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the BMW 3 Series being ranked 6 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.
Audi RS 7 vs. BMW 3 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi RS 7 is 7.1 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 RS 7.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi RS 7’s base engine makes 621 horsepower, and the BMW 3 Series base engine makes 255 horsepower. The RS 7 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 425 miles. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 530 miles. This gives the BMW 3 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi RS 7. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Audi RS 7, 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 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 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:
139139 - 164416
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.541153
Pricing
New Asking Price:
47938 - 68615
Used Asking Price:
47312 - 65946
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522554
Audi RS 7 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.25 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 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 RS 7 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 11Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
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14 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
16 out of / 19Ranking
18 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 19Ranking
19 out of / 25Ranking
20 out of / 24Ranking
23 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
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Audi RS 7 Trim Levels
4.0T quattro performance
BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
621 hp
Torque:
627 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.126 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 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):
14 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 425 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 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 530 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
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:
24.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4916 lbs
Width:
83.4 inches
Height:
56.1 inches
Length:
197.2 inches
Wheelbase:
115.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3536 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 10.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/35R21
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18