BMW 7 Series vs Audi A8

2026 Audi A8
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$95,100MSRP
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2024 BMW 7 Series
2024 BMW 7 Series
$96,400MSRP
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$96,400MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

1997-Present

Years produced

1977-1979

MSRP

$95,100

MSRP

$96,400

Listings

24

Listings

113

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

Expert reviews

6.7 out of 10

Pros

  • Spacious, luxurious cabin

  • Potent powertrain options

  • Fuel-efficient

Cons

  • Overly complex infotainment

  • Uneven performance in PHEV form

  • Polarizing design

Reviews Summary

Reviews Summary

Redesigned for 2023, the 7 Series is BMW's full-size flagship sedan, arch-rival to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Audi A8, and newcomers like the Genesis G90. For 2024, BMW has added the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) 750e and lightly updated the infotainment system. Unfortunately, these additions don't change the 7 Series calculus. The 750e has a disjointed driving personality and quickly eats its electric charge. Despite the update, the car's digital systems remain frustratingly complex.

Verdict: The 2024 BMW 7 Series has lots to offer luxury buyers, including features like a rear-seat theatre and cashmere upholstery, plus performance and fuel efficiency that are often superior to most rivals, few of whom offer PHEV options. But the car's frustrating digital systems and controls undermine the experience.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

3.0L 335 hp V6

Engine

3.0L 375 hp I6

Drive Train

AWD

Drive Train

RWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

335 hp @ 5000 rpm

Horsepower

375 hp @ 5200 rpm

MPG City

19

MPG City

25

MPG Highway

27

MPG Highway

31
2026 Audi A8
2026 Audi A8
$95,100MSRP
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2024 BMW 7 Series
2024 BMW 7 Series
$96,400MSRP
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2026 Audi A8
$95,100MSRP
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2024 BMW 7 Series
$96,400MSRP
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Overview

Years produced
1997-Present
1977-1979
MSRP
$95,100
$96,400
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.7

4.5

Expert reviews

6.7 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Spacious, luxurious cabin

  • Potent powertrain options

  • Fuel-efficient

Cons

  • Overly complex infotainment

  • Uneven performance in PHEV form

  • Polarizing design

Summary

Redesigned for 2023, the 7 Series is BMW's full-size flagship sedan, arch-rival to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Audi A8, and newcomers like the Genesis G90. For 2024, BMW has added the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) 750e and lightly updated the infotainment system. Unfortunately, these additions don't change the 7 Series calculus. The 750e has a disjointed driving personality and quickly eats its electric charge. Despite the update, the car's digital systems remain frustratingly complex.

Verdict: The 2024 BMW 7 Series has lots to offer luxury buyers, including features like a rear-seat theatre and cashmere upholstery, plus performance and fuel efficiency that are often superior to most rivals, few of whom offer PHEV options. But the car's frustrating digital systems and controls undermine the experience.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
3.0L 335 hp V6
3.0L 375 hp I6
Drive Train
AWD
RWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
335 hp @ 5000 rpm
375 hp @ 5200 rpm
MPG City
19
25
MPG Highway
27
31
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