2025 Bentley Flying Spur vs 2026 Audi RS 7

$272,300 · Sedan

$132,700 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

The eternal question when stepping into the ultra-luxury performance segment is whether to prioritize ultimate opulence or aggressive value. The 2025 Bentley Flying Spur starts at a substantial $272,300, asking you to pay a premium for its traditional luxury focus, whereas the 2026 Audi RS 7 enters the fray at $132,700, offering performance figures that often rival the best. While the Bentley boasts a whopping 771 hp compared to the Audi's 621 hp, providing a 150 hp advantage, it only manages 19 MPG combined versus the RS 7's 16 MPG combined. Furthermore, the Bentley offers a unique 30 miles of electric range in its plug-in hybrid setup, something the pure performance-focused RS 7 lacks. For those needing sheer presence and the top-tier engine, the Bentley is unmatched, but the nearly $140,000 saving with the Audi is impossible to ignore for daily driving.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Audi RS 7

The Audi RS 7's slightly smaller footprint (197.2 inches long) and lower price make it the more sensible, if still powerful, choice for daily commuting.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Bentley Flying Spur

Despite the cost, the Bentley Flying Spur is inherently designed for rear-passenger comfort and space, aligning better with high-end family transport needs.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Bentley Flying Spur

With 771 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque, the Bentley offers significantly greater peak performance numbers than the RS 7.

💰 Best Value

2026 Audi RS 7

The Audi RS 7 provides nearly 85% of the Bentley's horsepower for less than 50% of the initial $272,300 sticker price.

Choose the Bentley Flying Spur if...

Your budget allows for the $272,300 MSRP and you demand the absolute maximum output of 771 horsepower.
You want the flexibility of the 30 miles of available electric range for short zero-emission trips.
Supreme rear-seat luxury and interior craftsmanship are non-negotiable priorities for your sedan.

Choose the Audi RS 7 if...

Saving nearly $140,000 is a deciding factor, as the RS 7 starts at $132,700.
You appreciate a marginally more manageable size for city driving, being 209.3 inches long vs the Bentley's 197.2 inches.
You prioritize usable trunk space, as the RS 7 explicitly offers 24.6 cu ft of cargo capacity.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Bentley Flying Spur	Audi RS 7
Length	209.3"	197.2"
Width	78.3"	76.8"
Height	58.0"	56.1"
Wheelbase	125.8"	115.3"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Bentley	Audi
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	—
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	—
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
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	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Front Integrated Headrests	—	✓
Rear Fixed Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Bentley	Audi
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	4.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V8
Base Engine Type	plug-in hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	771 hp	621 hp
Torque	738 lb-ft	627 lb-ft
Number of Valves	32	32
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Bentley	Audi
Transmission Type	8-speed automated manual	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Bentley	Audi
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	17/22 MPG	14/21 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	19 MPG	16 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	357.0/462.0 mi.	270.2/405.3 mi.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	49/57 MPGe	—
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	46 MPGe	—
EPA Electric Driving Range	30 mi.	—
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	64	—
Charging Time (240V)	3.0 hr.	—
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.0 gal.	19.3 gal.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	SAE J1772	—

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Bentley	Audi
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	✓	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Steering Wheel Material	Leather and Simulated Suede	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Bentley	Audi
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	10.1 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	650W	—
Speaker System	10	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Memory Card Slot	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	—	Bang & Olufsen
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Bentley	Audi
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass Extended

Frontseats

Feature	Bentley	Audi
Front Head Room	39.2 in.	37.0 in.
Front Leg Room	45.2 in.	41.3 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather/Sueded Microfiber	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	2	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Seat Massage Function	✓	—
Front Shoulder Room	—	57.2 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	10-way
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	10-way

Rearseats

Feature	Bentley	Audi
Rear Head Room	38.7 in.	37.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.3 in.	37.0 in.
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Rear Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Rear Shoulder Room	—	55.9 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Bentley	Audi
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	22 in	—
Tire Size	N/A	275/35R21
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Size	—	21 in
Tire Type	—	Performance

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Bentley	Audi
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	—
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur and 2026 Audi RS 7.

What is the primary performance difference between these two AWD sedans?

The Bentley Flying Spur produces 771 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque, giving it a significant 150 hp advantage over the Audi RS 7, which delivers 621 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque.

How does the fuel economy compare in real-world terms?

The Bentley is slightly more efficient on paper, achieving a combined 19 MPG versus the Audi's 16 MPG combined, though both require premium unleaded fuel.

Does one of these vehicles offer any electric driving capability?

Yes, the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur is specified with a 30-mile electric range, making it a plug-in hybrid setup that the 2026 Audi RS 7 does not offer.

Is the price difference of nearly $140,000 justified by the size?

Not entirely based on size; the Bentley is only about 2 inches longer than the Audi, suggesting the price gap covers significantly more bespoke interior luxury and engine exclusivity rather than sheer dimensions.

Which car is more practical for loading luggage for a family trip?

The Audi RS 7 explicitly lists a cargo capacity of 24.6 cubic feet, whereas the Bentley specifications provided do not list its trunk volume, making the RS 7 the demonstrably better option for hauling gear.

Are the transmissions comparable between the two high-performance models?

No, the Bentley utilizes a faster 8-speed automated manual, while the Audi uses an 8-speed shiftable automatic, indicating slightly different philosophies in power delivery.