Audi RS 7 vs. Volkswagen Golf
When we compare the Audi RS 7's and the Volkswagen Golf's specifications and ratings, the Audi RS 7 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Volkswagen Golf has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi RS 7's and the Volkswagen Golf's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Golf is a better car than the Audi RS 7.
Audi RS 7 vs. Volkswagen Golf Pricing
A used 2021 Audi RS 7 ranges from $89,066 to $115,637 while a used 2021 Volkswagen Golf is priced between $17,231 to $24,998.
Audi RS 7 vs. Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf loses 40 percent of its value. This means the Volkswagen Golf retains 14.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi RS 7.
Audi RS 7 vs. Volkswagen Golf Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi RS 7 is 7.2 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Golf's 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 Volkswagen Golf being ranked 4 out of 28 Best Hatchbacks.
Audi RS 7 vs. Volkswagen Golf Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi RS 7 is 7.1 out of 10. For the Volkswagen Golf the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Volkswagen Golf 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 591 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Golf base engine makes 147 horsepower. The RS 7 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 425 miles. The Golf is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 515 miles. This gives the Volkswagen Golf the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi RS 7. The RS 7 uses premium unleaded, and the Golf uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Volkswagen Golf, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and rear head room. The Audi RS 7, a large car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Volkswagen Golf 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:
89066 - 115637
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.541153
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17231 - 24998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.400111
Audi RS 7 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.25 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Golf Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.724282 / 10
Reliability:
8.172846 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 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
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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 / 25Volkswagen Golf Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
16 out of / 28Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 28Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 28Ranking
21 out of / 28Ranking
25 out of / 26Ranking
29 out of / 43Ranking
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33 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi RS 7 Trim Levels
4.0T quattro
Volkswagen Golf Trim Levels
TSI
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:
3 years / 36000 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
591 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
590 foot-lbs @ 2050 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.120 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 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):
15 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
290 / 425 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 39 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 515 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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:
24.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
17.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
110.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4938 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:
2945 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
167.6 inches
Wheelbase:
103.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 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:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16