Audi RS7 Sportback vs BMW M5
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 BMW M5
Overview
| Spec | Audi RS7 Sportbackperformance | BMW M5Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | performance | Sedan |
| 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 shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | plug-in hybrid |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi RS7 Sportbackperformance | BMW M5Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $132,700 | $123,300 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $86,500 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $136,472 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $149,347 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 6 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi RS7 Sportbackperformance | BMW M5Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| City MPG | 14 MPG (best) | 12 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Combined MPGe | — | 47 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 29 mi (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 2 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 15.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Audi RS7 Sportbackperformance | BMW M5Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 621 hp | 717 hp (best) |
| Torque | 627 lb-ft | 738 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4 L | 4.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi RS7 Sportbackperformance | BMW M5Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 24.6 cu ft (best) | 16.5 cu ft |
| Payload | 959 lbs | 1,003 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,916 lbs (best) | 5,390 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 115.3 in | 118.3 in (best) |
| Length | 197.2 in | 200.6 in (best) |
| Width | 76.8 in | 77.6 in (best) |
| Height | 56.1 in | 59.4 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi RS7 Sportbackperformance | BMW M5Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| 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 RS7 Sportback | BMW M5 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | performance $132,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Sedan $123,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
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Audi RS7 Sportback vs BMW M5 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Audi RS7 Sportback or 2027 BMW M5?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi RS7 Sportback vs 2027 BMW M5 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Audi RS7 Sportback or 2027 BMW M5?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 BMW M5 starts lower at $123,300. Live BMW M5 listings start at $86,500.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi RS7 Sportback or 2027 BMW M5?
- The 2027 BMW M5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (123,300).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi RS7 Sportback or 2027 BMW M5?
- The 2026 Audi RS7 Sportback leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (16).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Audi RS7 Sportback or 2027 BMW M5?
- The 2027 BMW M5 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (29).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi RS7 Sportback or 2027 BMW M5?
- The 2027 BMW M5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (717).