Audi S7 vs BMW 740Li xDrive
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2015 BMW 740Li xDrive
Overview
| Spec | Audi S7Premium Plus quattro | BMW 740Li xDrive740Li xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium Plus quattro | 740Li xDrive |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2018 | 2015 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi S7Premium Plus quattro | BMW 740Li xDrive740Li xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $81,200 | $81,000 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi S7Premium Plus quattro | BMW 740Li xDrive740Li xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.8 gal | 21.1 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi S7Premium Plus quattro | BMW 740Li xDrive740Li xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 450 hp (best) | 315 hp |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft (best) | 330 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4 L (best) | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi S7Premium Plus quattro | BMW 740Li xDrive740Li xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 24.5 cu ft (best) | 14 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 970 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,486 lbs (best) | 4,525 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 6 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 126.4 in (best) |
| Length | 196.3 in | 205.5 in (best) |
| Width | — | 74.9 in (best) |
| Height | 55 in | 58.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi S7Premium Plus quattro | BMW 740Li xDrive740Li xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| 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 S7 | BMW 740Li xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium Plus quattro $81,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 740Li xDrive $81,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Prestige quattro $83,150 MSRP | — |