2025 Audi RS 7 vs 2025 BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe

$128,600 · Sedan

$91,700 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

If you're caught between needing daily usability and craving staggering performance, the choice between the 2025 Audi RS 7 and the 2025 BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe boils down to priorities. The Audi RS 7 demands a significant premium, starting at $128,600 compared to the BMW's $91,700 MSRP, which is a $36,900 gap. Performance enthusiasts will immediately gravitate toward the RS 7's massive output: 621 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque, dwarfing the BMW's 335 hp. However, this power comes at the pump, as the Audi manages only 17 MPG combined versus the BMW's much healthier 24 MPG combined rating. The Audi offers slightly better utility with 24.6 cu ft of cargo space versus the BMW's 15.5 cu ft, but overall, this comparison pits outright dominance against daily financial sensibility.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe wins for commuters due to its superior fuel economy, achieving 24 MPG combined versus the Audi's 17 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Audi RS 7

The Audi RS 7 offers substantially more utility with 24.6 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the BMW's 15.5 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi RS 7

For pure speed enthusiasts, the Audi RS 7 is unmatched with 621 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe presents significantly better value by saving the buyer $36,900 in upfront costs.

Choose the Audi RS 7 if...

You absolutely require near-supercar levels of performance, leveraging the RS 7's 621 hp.
Your family uses the trunk often, as the RS 7 provides 24.6 cu ft of cargo volume.
You prioritize the security of standard All-Wheel Drive (AWD) performance for varied conditions.

Choose the BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe if...

Saving $36,900 in initial purchase price is a major factor, as the MSRP is $91,700.
You want better efficiency, achieving 29 MPG on the highway compared to the RS 7's 21 MPG.
Rear-Wheel Drive dynamics are preferred over the standard AWD setup found in the Audi.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi RS 7	BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe
Length	197.2"	200.3"
Width	76.8"	76.1"
Height	56.1"	55.4"
Wheelbase	115.3"	119.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	BMW
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Integrated Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Fixed Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Integrated Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	BMW
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	inline 6
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	621 hp	335 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	627 lb-ft	369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
Number of Valves	32	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	BMW
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Rear Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Audi	BMW
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	14/21 MPG	21/29 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	24 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	270.2/405.3 mi.	378.0/522.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.3 gal.	18.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	BMW
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	—
Side View Camera	✓	—
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	—
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	BMW
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	Bang & Olufsen	—
Surround Audio	Discrete	Discrete
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	12 months
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Harman/Kardon
Stereo Power	—	464W
Speaker System	—	16
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Audi	BMW
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	BMW
Front Head Room	37.0 in.	39.1 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	42.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.2 in.	57.2 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	10-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	10-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	2

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	BMW
Rear Head Room	37.1 in.	37.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.0 in.	36.6 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	54.6 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	BMW
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	21 in	19 x 9.0 in
Tire Type	Performance	—
Tire Size	275/35R21	275/35R19
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Run Flat Tires	—	✓

Suspension

Feature	Audi	BMW
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Audi	BMW
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi RS 7 and 2025 BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe.

How much more expensive is the 2025 Audi RS 7 than the BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe?

The Audi RS 7 has a notably higher starting MSRP of $128,600, which is $36,900 more than the BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe's base price of $91,700.

Is the Audi RS 7 significantly faster than the BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe?

Yes, the Audi dominates in power figures, offering 621 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque. This is a difference of 286 hp over the BMW's 335 hp, making the Audi much more potent.

Which car is better for daily long-distance commuting in terms of fuel cost?

The BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe is the clear winner for long commutes, boasting a combined MPG of 24 compared to the Audi's 17 MPG combined, saving on frequent premium fuel stops.

Does one car offer more physical storage space for luggage or gear?

The Audi RS 7 provides significantly more utility for storage, measuring 24.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity versus the BMW's 15.5 cubic feet.

Are the fuel requirements for both cars the same?

The Audi RS 7 strictly requires premium unleaded fuel to handle its high-output engine. In contrast, the BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe only recommends premium unleaded fuel, offering slightly more flexibility.

What is the difference in physical size between these two large sedans?

The BMW is slightly longer at 200.3 inches compared to the Audi's 197.2 inches, but the Audi is marginally taller and wider, affecting its overall footprint.