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Audi S7 vs BMW 740Ld xDrive

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2018 Audi S7

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2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive

Overview

SpecAudi S7Premium Plus quattroBMW 740Ld xDrive740Ld xDrive
Selected trimPremium Plus quattro740Ld xDrive
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)diesel fuel
Transmission7-speed automated manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasdiesel
Model year20182015

Pricing & market

SpecAudi S7Premium Plus quattroBMW 740Ld xDrive740Ld xDrive
MSRP$81,200 (best)$82,500
Lowest listing price$61,960 (best)
Median listing price$61,960 (best)
Highest listing price$61,960 (best)
For sale now1 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi S7Premium Plus quattroBMW 740Ld xDrive740Ld xDrive
Combined MPG18 MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG16 MPG23 MPG (best)
Highway MPG24 MPG31 MPG (best)
Fuel tank19.8 gal21.1 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi S7Premium Plus quattroBMW 740Ld xDrive740Ld xDrive
Horsepower450 hp (best)255 hp
Torque406 lb-ft413 lb-ft (best)
Engine size4 L (best)3 L
CylindersV8I6

Size & capability

SpecAudi S7Premium Plus quattroBMW 740Ld xDrive740Ld xDrive
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume24.5 cu ft (best)14 cu ft
Payload905 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,486 lbs (best)4,685 lbs
Ground clearance6 in (best)
Wheelbase114.8 in126.4 in (best)
Length196.3 in205.5 in (best)
Width74.9 in (best)
Height55 in58.3 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi S7Premium Plus quattroBMW 740Ld xDrive740Ld xDrive
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

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.

TrimAudi S7BMW 740Ld xDrive
1

Premium Plus quattro

$81,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

740Ld xDrive

$82,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Prestige quattro

$83,150 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi S7 vs BMW 740Ld xDrive FAQ

Which is better: 2018 Audi S7 or 2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 Audi S7 vs 2015 BMW 740Ld 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 S7 or 2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 Audi S7 starts lower at $81,200. Live Audi S7 listings start at $61,960.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 Audi S7 or 2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive?
The 2018 Audi S7 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (81,200).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 Audi S7 or 2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive?
The 2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2018 Audi S7 or 2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive?
The 2018 Audi S7 leads on horsepower in this comparison (450).
Which has better seats: 2018 Audi S7 or 2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive?
The 2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive leads on seats in this comparison (5).