Audi A7 Quattro vs BMW 550i xDrive
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
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2016 BMW 550i xDrive
Overview
| Spec | Audi A7 QuattroPremium Plus quattro | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium Plus quattro | 550i xDrive |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2018 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A7 QuattroPremium Plus quattro | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $69,700 | $68,600 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A7 QuattroPremium Plus quattro | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19.8 gal (best) | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A7 QuattroPremium Plus quattro | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 340 hp | 443 hp (best) |
| Torque | 325 lb-ft | 479 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 4.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A7 QuattroPremium Plus quattro | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 24.5 cu ft (best) | 14 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 4,354 lbs (best) | 4,431 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.6 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 116.9 in (best) |
| Length | 196.2 in (best) | 193.4 in |
| Width | — | 73.2 in (best) |
| Height | 55.9 in | 57.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A7 QuattroPremium Plus quattro | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi A7 Quattro | BMW 550i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium Plus quattro $69,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 550i xDrive $68,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Prestige quattro $72,400 MSRP | — |
Audi A7 Quattro vs BMW 550i xDrive FAQ
- Which is better: 2018 Audi A7 Quattro or 2016 BMW 550i xDrive?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 Audi A7 Quattro vs 2016 BMW 550i xDrive on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2018 Audi A7 Quattro or 2016 BMW 550i xDrive?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 BMW 550i xDrive starts lower at $68,600.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 Audi A7 Quattro or 2016 BMW 550i xDrive?
- The 2016 BMW 550i xDrive leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (68,600).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 Audi A7 Quattro or 2016 BMW 550i xDrive?
- The 2018 Audi A7 Quattro leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better horsepower: 2018 Audi A7 Quattro or 2016 BMW 550i xDrive?
- The 2016 BMW 550i xDrive leads on horsepower in this comparison (443).