Audi A7 40 TDI vs BMW 520i — full comparison

Audi A7 40 TDI

Sedan · Diesel · AWD

BMW 520i

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Audi A7 40 TDI

The Audi A7 40 TDI blends long‑distance efficiency with AWD assurance and strong pace, making it a natural for premium road trips. Five seats and a 535‑liter trunk boost practicality, though urban commuters may want a different powertrain focus.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety5.5 L/100km204 hpAWD

Car B

BMW 520i

The BMW 520i is an efficient five-seat saloon that suits road trips and growing families. Its balanced performance and 530 L boot make it good value in its segment.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety

Why compared cross branddifferent powertrainsame body typesame seats

Usage fit

Family 55 / 63

City 35 / 37

Budget / value 35 / 54

Road trip 69 / 64

Performance 36 / 33

Cargo 30 / 29

Practical 35 / 46

Premium 60 / 57

Winter 70 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A7 40 TDI · Orange = BMW 520i

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A7 40 TDI BMW 520i

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Pros & cons

Audi A7 40 TDI

Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km, great for highway mileage
AWD traction supports winter and mixed‑weather travel
0–100 km/h in 5.7 s for confident overtakes and ramps
Five seats and a 535‑liter trunk work for a growing family’s luggage
Diesel powertrain is less at ease in stop‑start city driving
Trunk capacity may fall short for cargo‑heavy use
Premium pricing around 68,000 may exceed tighter budgets
Not suited to drivers seeking electric‑only or ultra‑quiet urban running

BMW 520i

Efficient for its class at 6 L/100 km, ideal for long-distance driving
530 L trunk handles family luggage for holidays and weekends
Adequate pace for highways (184 hp, 0–100 km/h in 7.9 s, 235 km/h top speed)
At about 55,000, it represents good value in its segment
Saloon body limits loading flexibility for bulky items despite the volume
Front-wheel drive may not suit buyers seeking AWD confidence for harsh winters
Moderate acceleration; not for those prioritizing punchy performance
Price may exceed tighter family-sedan budgets

Verdict

Pick Audi A7 40 TDI if…

Best fuel economy

Audi A7 40 TDI uses 5.5 L/100km vs 6.0 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick BMW 520i if…

Performance & capability

BMW 520i is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A7 40 TDI

BMW 520i

Verdict

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