Audi RS6 vs BMW 745Li
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2005 BMW 745Li
Overview
| Spec | Audi RS6quattro | BMW 745Li745Li |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | quattro | 745Li |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 2005 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi RS6quattro | BMW 745Li745Li |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $82,700 | $73,900 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi RS6quattro | BMW 745Li745Li |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 14 MPG | 16 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 21.7 gal | 23.3 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi RS6quattro | BMW 745Li745Li |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 450 hp (best) | 325 hp |
| Torque | 415 lb-ft (best) | 330 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.2 L | 4.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi RS6quattro | BMW 745Li745Li |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 15 cu ft | 18 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,024 lbs (best) | 4,464 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 4.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 108.6 in | 123.2 in (best) |
| Length | 191.3 in | 203.5 in (best) |
| Width | 78.4 in (best) | 74.9 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 58.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi RS6quattro | BMW 745Li745Li |
|---|---|---|
| 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 RS6 | BMW 745Li |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | quattro $82,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 745Li $73,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |