Audi S8 vs BMW i7
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 BMW i7
Overview
| Spec | Audi S8Base | BMW i750 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 50 xDrive |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | electric |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi S8Base | BMW i750 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $130,000 | $106,200 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi S8Base | BMW i750 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 15 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG (best) | — |
| Battery capacity | — | 112 kWh (best) |
| Fuel tank | 21.7 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Audi S8Base | BMW i750 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 563 hp (best) | 449 hp |
| Torque | 590 lb-ft (best) | 487 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | V8 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi S8Base | BMW i750 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12.5 cu ft | 17.7 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 915 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 5,126 lbs (best) | 5,975 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 123.2 in | 126.6 in (best) |
| Length | 209.5 in | 212.6 in (best) |
| Width | 76.6 in | 76.8 in (best) |
| Height | 58.5 in | 61.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi S8Base | BMW i750 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 S8 | BMW i7 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $130,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 50 xDrive $106,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | 60 xDrive $124,700 MSRP |
Audi S8 vs BMW i7 FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Audi S8 or 2027 BMW i7?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi S8 vs 2027 BMW i7 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Audi S8 or 2027 BMW i7?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 BMW i7 starts lower at $106,200.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi S8 or 2027 BMW i7?
- The 2027 BMW i7 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (106,200).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi S8 or 2027 BMW i7?
- The 2027 Audi S8 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (18).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Audi S8 or 2027 BMW i7?
- The 2027 BMW i7 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (296).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi S8 or 2027 BMW i7?
- The 2027 Audi S8 leads on horsepower in this comparison (563).