Audi A7 45 TFSI vs BMW 540i — full comparison

Audi A7 45 TFSI

Sedan · Gasoline · AWD

BMW 540i

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Audi A7 45 TFSI

AWD traction, quick 0–100 km/h in 5.3 s, and a 535 L trunk make the Audi A7 45 TFSI a capable premium choice for long-distance driving with five aboard. Efficiency is solid for its class at 7.4 L/100 km, though its price and focus mean city-centric users may prefer something smaller or thriftier.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety7.4 L/100kmAWD

Car B

BMW 540i

The BMW 540i is a premium saloon that blends 340 hp pace with five-seat comfort and a useful 530 L boot for family and road‑trip duty. It’s less compelling for cargo‑heavy or urban use, and its front‑wheel‑drive character may not suit enthusiasts.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety340 hp

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 65 / 65

City 32 / 30

Budget / value 48 / 45

Road trip 69 / 63

Performance 38 / 33

Cargo 30 / 29

Practical 46 / 45

Premium 62 / 65

Winter 70 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A7 45 TFSI · Orange = BMW 540i

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A7 45 TFSI BMW 540i

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Pros & cons

Audi A7 45 TFSI

AWD stability and 5.3 s 0–100 km/h support confident highway passing.
535 L trunk and five seats suit road trips with a growing family.
Efficient for its class at 7.4 L/100 km combined.
Balances performance, space, and AWD at a competitive spec for the premium segment.
Premium pricing at $68,800 won’t fit tight budgets.
Less compelling for short, stop‑start city use.
Not ideal for cargo‑heavy routines despite decent trunk volume.
Five-seat layout only; not for larger families needing three rows.

BMW 540i

Strong performance (340 hp, 4.3 s 0–100 km/h) for confident passing and merging
Five seats and a 530 L trunk work well for growing families and road trips
Safety ranks highly in its positioning, aligning with family priorities
Efficient for its class at 8 L/100 km given the power on tap
Saloon body and boot opening limit bulky‑item versatility
Size and brisk responses are less at ease in tight city driving
8 L/100 km may feel high if most miles are short, stop‑start trips
Front‑wheel drive may not satisfy buyers seeking a rear‑biased feel

Verdict

Pick Audi A7 45 TFSI if…

Best fuel economy

Audi A7 45 TFSI uses 7.4 L/100km vs 8.0 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick BMW 540i if…

More power

BMW 540i puts out 340 hp vs 265 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A7 45 TFSI

BMW 540i

Verdict

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