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Audi S7 vs BMW M3

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

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2018 Audi S7

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2027 BMW M3

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Overview

SpecAudi S7Premium Plus quattroBMW M3Sedan
Selected trimPremium Plus quattroSedan
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission7-speed automated manual6-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20182027

Pricing & market

SpecAudi S7Premium Plus quattroBMW M3Sedan
MSRP$81,200$79,300 (best)
Lowest listing price$61,960$35,831 (best)
Median listing price$61,960 (best)$77,897
Highest listing price$61,960 (best)$95,762
For sale now17 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi S7Premium Plus quattroBMW M3Sedan
Combined MPG18 MPG19 MPG (best)
City MPG16 MPG16 MPG
Highway MPG24 MPG (best)23 MPG
Fuel tank19.8 gal (best)15.6 gal

Performance

SpecAudi S7Premium Plus quattroBMW M3Sedan
Horsepower450 hp473 hp (best)
Torque406 lb-ft406 lb-ft
Engine size4 L (best)3 L
CylindersV8I6

Size & capability

SpecAudi S7Premium Plus quattroBMW M3Sedan
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume24.5 cu ft (best)16.9 cu ft
Payload—860 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,486 lbs3,840 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—4.7 in (best)
Wheelbase114.8 in (best)112.5 in
Length196.3 in (best)189.1 in
Width—74.3 in (best)
Height55 in56.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi S7Premium Plus quattroBMW M3Sedan
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 M3
1

Premium Plus quattro

$81,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sedan

$79,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Prestige quattro

$83,150 MSRP

Competition Sedan

$83,500 MSRP

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Competition xDrive Sedan

$88,600 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi S7 vs BMW M3 FAQ

Which is better: 2018 Audi S7 or 2027 BMW M3?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 Audi S7 vs 2027 BMW M3 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 2027 BMW M3?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 BMW M3 starts lower at $79,300. Live Audi S7 listings start at $61,960. Live BMW M3 listings start at $35,831.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 Audi S7 or 2027 BMW M3?
The 2027 BMW M3 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (79,300).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 Audi S7 or 2027 BMW M3?
The 2027 BMW M3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (19).
Which has better horsepower: 2018 Audi S7 or 2027 BMW M3?
The 2027 BMW M3 leads on horsepower in this comparison (523).
Which has better seats: 2018 Audi S7 or 2027 BMW M3?
The 2027 BMW M3 leads on seats in this comparison (5).