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BMW X5 vs. Audi Q7
On this site: compare the BMW X5 and Audi Q7 in terms of:
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On this page: The Internet's most balanced and thorough car price and features comparison between the BMW X5 and Audi Q7. Including:
- Price Comparison
- Invoice Comparison
- Feature Comparison
- TrueDelta Car Value Comparison
- Customized Price Comparison
- Dealer Price Quotes








Specifications Comparison | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | X5 | Q7 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 115.5 | 118.2 |
| Length | 191.2 | 200.3 |
| Width | 76.1 | 78.1 |
| Height | 69.9 | 68.4 |
| Curb Weight | 5379 | 5567 |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 | 26.4 |
| R1 Headroom | 39.3 | 39.5 |
| R1 Shoulder Room | 60.0 | 58.7 |
| R1 Legroom | 40.0 | 41.3 |
| R2 Headroom | 39.0 | 39.0 |
| R2 Shoulder Room | 58.0 | 58.1 |
| R2 Legroom | 36.6 | 37.1 |
| R3 Headroom | 35.6 | |
| R3 Shoulder Room | 48.6 | |
| R3 Legroom | 29.2 | |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.1 | 10.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.9 | 42.0 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.8 | 72.5 |
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : BMW X5 vs. Audi Q7The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices. | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | X5 | Q7 |
| Trim | xDrive35d | 3.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $51,300 | $50,900 |
| 275/40WR20 | $950 | |
| Adaptive Drive | $3,500 | |
| Air springs, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $2,600 | |
| Bang & Olufsen 1000W 14 speakers | $6,300 | |
| Cold Weather Package | $500 | |
| Heated front seats | $500 | |
| Heated second row | $350 | |
| Premium Package | $3,400 | |
| Premium Sound Package | $1,800 | |
| Prestige Package | $12,000 | |
| Rear Climate Package | $900 | |
| Roof rails | $100 | |
| Running boards | $300 | $1,150 |
| Sport Activity Package | $2,200 | |
| Technology Package | $2,800 | |
| Third-row seat | $1,700 | |
| Total options | $18,500 | $22,550 |
| Destination | $875 | $875 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | -$1,800 | $0 |
| Net Price | $68,875 | $74,325 |
| Lowest Net Price | X5 xDrive35d 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | $5,450 | |
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Invoice Comparison : BMW X5 vs. Audi Q7Dealer cost before holdback, bonuses, advertising fees, and such. Also before adjusting for remaining feature differences.Models that are not in demand can often be purchased at or a few hundred dollars over these prices. | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | X5 | Q7 |
| Trim | xDrive35d | 3.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Invoice | $47,375 | $47,337 |
| 275/40WR20 | $865 | |
| Adaptive Drive | $3,185 | |
| Air springs, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $2,418 | |
| Bang & Olufsen 1000W 14 speakers | $5,859 | |
| Cold Weather Package | $466 | |
| Heated front seats | $455 | |
| Heated second row | $320 | |
| Premium Package | $3,095 | |
| Premium Sound Package | $1,640 | |
| Prestige Package | $11,160 | |
| Rear Climate Package | $820 | |
| Roof rails | $90 | |
| Running boards | $275 | $1,070 |
| Sport Activity Package | $2,000 | |
| Technology Package | $2,550 | |
| Third-row seat | $1,545 | |
| Total options | $16,840 | $20,973 |
| Destination | $875 | $875 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | -$1,800 | $0 |
| Net Invoice | $63,290 | $69,185 |
| Lowest Net Invoice | X5 xDrive35d 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | $5,895 | |
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Feature Comparison : BMW X5 vs. Audi Q7Adjusts for unshared features -- values in parentheses These are features on some but not all of the displayed trim lines.In parentheses are the values assigned to these features by TrueDelta or, optionally, by you. | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | X5 | Q7 |
| Trim | xDrive35d | 3.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 265hp I6 D | 225hp V6 D |
| Transmission | T6 ($1100) | T8 ($1300) |
| Drivetrain | AWD ($1700) | AWD ($1700) |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway) | 19 / 26 | 0 / 0 |
| Tires (rear if not equal) | 315/35-20 | 275/45-20 |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 16 | 1000, 14 |
| Accessories | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector ($200) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Keyless access and ignition ($250) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Remote window/roof operation ($50) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Sunshade, rear ($125) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Blind spot warning system ($200) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Compact spare tire ($75) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Rollover sensor ($100) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Side curtain airbags ($350) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows ($500) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Tires, run-flat ($150) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment ($50) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Aluminum roof rails ($250) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Cargo area partition net ($40) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Cargo net ($40) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate ($150) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Overhead sunglass holder ($25) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Roof rails ($250) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) ($50) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) ($150) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| CD changer, in-dash ($325) | ![]() | ![]() |
| CD player ($125) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Digital media reader ($25) | ![]() | ![]() |
| DVD-compatible player ($0) | ![]() | ![]() |
| MP3 player input jack ($100) | ![]() | ![]() |
| MP3-compatible player ($50) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Rear HVAC unit ($400) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Satellite radio ($200) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription ($300) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar ($300) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit (gray/black) ($250) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Bodyside cladding ($350) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Bodyside moldings ($75) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Panoramic sunroof ($1200) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Three-panel panoramic sunroof ($1500) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Wheel-lip moldings ($75) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Cornering lights ($25) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Fog light, rear ($100) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled first row ($300) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Leather door panel trim ($250) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats ($300) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Manual thigh support, driver first row ($50) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Manual thigh support, passenger first row ($50) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Power headrest, driver first row ($50) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Power headrest, passenger first row ($50) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Active stabilizer bars ($500) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Air springs, auto-leveling and height adjustable ($1250) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling ($400) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total. | -$0 | -$925 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : BMW X5 vs. Audi Q7These are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison. | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | X5 | Q7 |
| Trim | xDrive35d | 3.0 TDI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Net Price (from Price table) | $68,875 | $74,325 |
| Adjustment (from Feature table) | -$0 | -$925 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Price | $68,875 | $73,400 |
| Net Invoice (from Invoice table) | $63,290 | $69,185 |
| Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices. | -$0 | -$861 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Invoice | $63,290 | $68,324 |
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice | X5 xDrive35d 4dr SUV | |
| TrueDelta Price Difference | $4,525 | |
| TrueDelta Invoice Difference | $5,034 | |
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Notes
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
The "TrueDelta Value Comparison" figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players.
Usually the base prices, options, and packages you see here match those on the window stickers. However, in some cases these have been restructured to simplify the database and calculations. These modifictions have no impact on the "total" and "net" figures.
Writers: Please acknowledge TrueDelta.com when using these figures.




