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Audi SQ7 vs BMW X7

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

Vehicles

Overview

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusBMW X7xDrive40i
Selected trimPremium PlusxDrive40i
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typemild hybridmild hybrid
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusBMW X7xDrive40i
MSRP$93,800$87,500 (best)
Lowest listing price$49,465$25,755 (best)
Median listing price$104,412$70,500 (best)
Highest listing price$121,408 (best)$168,835
For sale now851 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusBMW X7xDrive40i
Combined MPG16 MPG23 MPG (best)
City MPG14 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG20 MPG25 MPG (best)
Fuel tank22.5 gal (best)21.9 gal

Performance

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusBMW X7xDrive40i
Horsepower500 hp (best)375 hp
Torque568 lb-ft (best)398 lb-ft
Engine size4 L (best)3 L
CylindersV8I6

Size & capability

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusBMW X7xDrive40i
Seating7 seats7 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume68.1 cu ft90.4 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity7,700 lbs (best)—
Payload1,301 lbs (best)1,261 lbs
Curb weight5,280 lbs (best)5,452 lbs
Ground clearance—8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase118 in122.2 in (best)
Length199.6 in203.6 in (best)
Width77.5 in78.7 in (best)
Height68.5 in72.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusBMW X7xDrive40i
NHTSA overallNot Rated—
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated—
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side crash (driver)Not Rated—
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side poleNot Rated—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
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 SQ7BMW X7
1

Premium Plus

$93,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

xDrive40i

$87,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Prestige

$99,800 MSRP

M60i

$115,000 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi SQ7 vs BMW X7 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2027 BMW X7?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi SQ7 vs 2027 BMW X7 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2027 BMW X7?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 BMW X7 starts lower at $87,500. Live Audi SQ7 listings start at $49,465. Live BMW X7 listings start at $25,755.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2027 BMW X7 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (87,500).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2027 BMW X7 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2027 BMW X7 leads on horsepower in this comparison (523).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2027 BMW X7?
The 2026 Audi SQ7 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi SQ7 vs 2027 BMW X7?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi SQ7 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).