Audi S7 vs BMW ActiveHybrid 7
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
Overview
| Spec | Audi S7Premium Plus quattro | BMW ActiveHybrid 7740Li |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium Plus quattro | 740Li |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | hybrid |
| Model year | 2018 | 2015 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi S7Premium Plus quattro | BMW ActiveHybrid 7740Li |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $81,200 (best) | $84,300 |
| Lowest listing price | $61,960 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $61,960 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $61,960 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi S7Premium Plus quattro | BMW ActiveHybrid 7740Li |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.8 gal | 20.1 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi S7Premium Plus quattro | BMW ActiveHybrid 7740Li |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 450 hp (best) | 335 hp |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft (best) | 332 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4 L (best) | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi S7Premium Plus quattro | BMW ActiveHybrid 7740Li |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 24.5 cu ft (best) | 10 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 905 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,486 lbs (best) | 4,680 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 ActiveHybrid 7740Li |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None 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.
| Trim | Audi S7 | BMW ActiveHybrid 7 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium Plus quattro $81,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 740Li $84,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Prestige quattro $83,150 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
Audi S7 vs BMW ActiveHybrid 7 FAQ
- Which is better: 2018 Audi S7 or 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 Audi S7 vs 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 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 ActiveHybrid 7?
- 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 ActiveHybrid 7?
- The 2018 Audi S7 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (81,200).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 Audi S7 or 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7?
- The 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
- Which has better horsepower: 2018 Audi S7 or 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7?
- The 2018 Audi S7 leads on horsepower in this comparison (450).
- Which has better seats: 2018 Audi S7 or 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7?
- The 2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 leads on seats in this comparison (5).