Audi A7 Sportback vs BMW i5
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 BMW i5
Overview
| Spec | Audi A7 SportbackPremium | BMW i5eDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | eDrive40 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | electric |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | electric |
| Model year | 2025 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A7 SportbackPremium | BMW i5eDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $72,000 | $67,100 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A7 SportbackPremium | BMW i5eDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 110 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 310 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | — | 84 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 8 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A7 SportbackPremium | BMW i5eDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 335 hp |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft (best) | 295 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | V6 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A7 SportbackPremium | BMW i5eDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 24.9 cu ft (best) | 17.3 cu ft |
| Payload | 1,102 lbs (best) | 988 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,343 lbs (best) | 4,916 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 4.2 in | 5.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 115.2 in | 117.9 in (best) |
| Length | 195.6 in | 199.2 in (best) |
| Width | 75.1 in (best) | 74.8 in |
| Height | 56 in | 59.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A7 SportbackPremium | BMW i5eDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Sportback | BMW i5 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $72,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | eDrive40 $67,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $77,700 MSRP | xDrive40 $70,100 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige $82,450 MSRP | — |