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Audi Q7 vs BMW X7: Which to Buy

Carummah Editorial
Last updated: November 4, 2026
Audi Q7 vs BMW X7

Audi Q7 starts at $62,000; the BMW X7 starts at $84,800. Before taxes and fees, the Audi Q7 is $22,680 less. BMW X7 makes more power, 375 hp against 261 hp.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Audi Q7 or the BMW X7 cheaper?

The Audi Q7 costs less to start. Audi Q7: $62,000 plus $1,295 destination. BMW X7: $84,800 plus $1,175 destination. Taxes, title and registration are on top of both.

Which gets better fuel economy, the Audi Q7 or the BMW X7?

The Audi Q7 is rated 20/26 city/hwy, and the BMW X7 is rated 20/24 city/hwy. Real-world results depend on how and where you drive.

How many people does each seat?

The Audi Q7 seats 7. The BMW X7 seats 7.

What are the trade-offs between the two?

Audi Q7: Sophisticated and user-friendly Virtual Cockpit, though fuel economy lags behind some hybrid competitors. BMW X7: Refined and punchy base powertrain, though polarizing exterior styling.

Audi Q7 is best for

Audi Q7 is the better fit for mid-size suv buyers who want to carry a family. Its standout: sophisticated and user-friendly Virtual Cockpit.

BMW X7 is best for

BMW X7 is the better fit for full-size suv buyers who want to carry a family. Its standout: refined and punchy base powertrain.

Spec-by-Spec Comparison

AttributeAudi Q7BMW X7
Starting MSRP$62,000$84,800
MSRP + destination$63,295$85,975
Fuel economy / range20/26 city/hwy20/24 city/hwy
Horsepower261 hp375 hp
Seating77
Body typeMid-Size SUVFull-Size SUV
Powertrains45 TFSI 2.0L Turbo, 55 TFSI 3.0L V63.0L I6 Turbo, 4.4L V8 Twin-Turbo

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