A8 D5 vs 7 Series G70: which is better?
Audi A8 D5 (2017–present) vs BMW 7 Series G70 (2022–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Audi A8 D5
BMW 7 Series G70Specifications
| Audi A8 D5 | BMW 7 Series G70 | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2017–present | 2022–present |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 3.0 TFSI (55 TFSI) | 3.0 Turbo (740i) |
| Power, up to | 340 hp | 380 hp |
| Torque, up to | 500 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Gearbox | automatic | automatic |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | rear-wheel drive |
| Length | 5 172 mm | 5 391 mm |
| Width | 1 945 mm | 1 950 mm |
| Height | 1 473 mm | 1 544 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 998 mm | 3 215 mm |
| Fuel tank | 72 L | 74 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 42 425 ₸ | ≈ 42 425 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Audi A8 D5
Pros
- Gearbox ZF 8HP: a reliable gearbox
- Powerful versions: up to 340 hp
- Large tank: 72 L
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Gearbox ZF 8HP: rarely, mechatronics and bushings at high mileage
Gearbox (ZF 8HP): reliable gearbox; rarely — mechatronic and bushings at high mileage.
BMW 7 Series G70
Pros
- Gearbox ZF 8HP: a reliable gearbox
- Powerful versions: up to 380 hp
- Large fuel tank: 74 L
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Engine BMW B46/B48/B58: oil and coolant leaks at high mileage
- Gearbox ZF 8HP: rarely, mechatronics and bushings at high mileage
Engine (BMW B46/B48/B58): oil and coolant leaks at high mileage; water pump failures occur.
Gearbox (ZF 8HP): reliable gearbox; rarely — mechatronic and bushings at high mileage.
Which one to choose
- 7 Series G70 — if you care more about: power, torque, wheelbase, fuel tank.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: A8 D5 or 7 Series G70?
A8 D5: up to 340 hp, 7 Series G70: up to 380 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: A8 D5 — about 42 425 ₸, 7 Series G70 — about 42 425 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.