Audi S6 vs BMW 740Li
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2015 BMW 740Li
Overview
| Spec | Audi S6Premium | BMW 740Li740Li |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | 740Li |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 2015 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi S6Premium | BMW 740Li740Li |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $75,900 (best) | $78,000 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi S6Premium | BMW 740Li740Li |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 19 MPG | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal | 21.1 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi S6Premium | BMW 740Li740Li |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 444 hp (best) | 315 hp |
| Torque | 442 lb-ft (best) | 330 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.9 L | 3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi S6Premium | BMW 740Li740Li |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.7 cu ft | 14 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 1,102 lbs (best) | 970 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,519 lbs | 4,350 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 6 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 115.3 in | 126.4 in (best) |
| Length | 195 in | 205.5 in (best) |
| Width | 74.3 in | 74.9 in (best) |
| Height | 56.9 in | 58.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi S6Premium | BMW 740Li740Li |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | Not Rated | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | 1 |
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 S6 | BMW 740Li |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $75,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 740Li $78,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $80,200 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Prestige $84,100 MSRP | — |
Audi S6 vs BMW 740Li FAQ
- Which is better: 2025 Audi S6 or 2015 BMW 740Li?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Audi S6 vs 2015 BMW 740Li on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2025 Audi S6 or 2015 BMW 740Li?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Audi S6 starts lower at $75,900.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Audi S6 or 2015 BMW 740Li?
- The 2025 Audi S6 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (75,900).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Audi S6 or 2015 BMW 740Li?
- The 2015 BMW 740Li leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better horsepower: 2025 Audi S6 or 2015 BMW 740Li?
- The 2025 Audi S6 leads on horsepower in this comparison (444).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Audi S6 vs 2015 BMW 740Li?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi S6 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).