Verdict
The Audi A7 Sportback C8 costs RM25,000 more at RM609,900, but it is the more complete new-generation choice. Its 340 hp and 500 Nm petrol-hybrid powertrain cuts the 0-100 km/h time to 5.3 seconds, versus 310 hp, 440 Nm and 5.6 seconds, while rated consumption improves from 8.2 to 7.3 L/100 km. It also brings active safety, a far richer cabin interface and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. The 4G remains the sharper value case for a used buyer who wants air suspension, 19-inch tyres and the same 250 km/h top speed.
4G
Pick the Audi A7 Sportback 4G if you want the lower RM584,900 price, air suspension and smaller 19-inch wheels without giving up quattro all-wheel drive.
C8
Pick the Audi A7 Sportback C8 if you want 340 hp, 500 Nm, active emergency braking and the newer dual-screen infotainment at RM609,900.
Key differences
- Price: Audi A7 Sportback 4G RM584,900; Audi A7 Sportback C8 RM609,900.
- Performance: 4G makes 310 hp and 440 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds; C8 makes 340 hp and 500 Nm, reaching it in 5.3 seconds.
- Efficiency and emissions: 4G is rated at 8.2 L/100 km and 190 g/km CO2; C8 records 7.3 L/100 km and 165 g/km.
- Wheels and suspension: 4G has 19-inch wheels and air suspension front and rear; C8 has 20-inch wheels, adaptive dampers and dynamic all-wheel steering.
- Safety assistance: 4G has no blind-spot system or autonomous braking; C8 adds blind-spot information, autonomous braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection,…
- Infotainment: 4G uses a 6.5-inch MMI system with a 14-speaker 600-watt Bose system; C8 gets 10.1-inch and 8.
4G
- RM25,000 lower purchase price.
- Air suspension front and rear with Audi Drive Select damping modes.
- 19-inch tyres instead of the C8's 20-inch fitment.
- 310 hp and 440 Nm trail the C8's 340 hp and 500 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot information or collision warning.
- Older 6.5-inch infotainment lacks navigation, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
C8
- 340 hp, 500 Nm and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Autonomous braking detects pedestrians and cyclists; blind-spot information is also fitted.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, plus 10.1-inch and 8.6-inch screens with smartphone integration.
- RM25,000 more expensive.
- 1,890 kg kerb weight is 120 kg higher than the 4G's 1,770 kg.
- 20-inch tyres replace the 4G's 19-inch set-up, and it does not get the 4G's air suspension.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM584,900✓ | RM609,900 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,118 | RM2,118 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, supercharged with variable valve timing | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 2,995 cc | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 310 hp | 340 hp✓ |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 500 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 11.2 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 16 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 60 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 0.5 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | 7-speed S tronic Transmission |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | BorgWarner | Volkswagen AG |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8.2 L/100 km | 7.3 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | 190 g/km | 165 g/km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,969 mm | 4,969 mm |
| Width | 1,911 mm | 1,908 mm |
| Height | 1,420 mm | 1,422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,914 mm | 2,926 mm |
| Weight | 1,770 kg | 1,890 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 73 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 530 litres | 535 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/40R19 | 255/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/40R19 | 255/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" 5-arm Y Design Alloy | 20" Audi Sport Double-arm Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 5-arm Y Design Alloy | 20" Audi Sport Double-arm Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Audi Drive Select with damping control system - Auto/Comfort/Dynamic/Efficiency mode | Adaptive Dampers, Dynamic All-wheel Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Front Passenger Seat and Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Audi pre safe rear |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon Projector | LED Projectors with Cornering Lights and Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (30 colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered rear sun shade | — |
| Audio | 6.5" MMI radio plus, 6 CD/MP3 player with Bose 14-speaker, 600 watt Sound System | MMI navigation plus with 10.1" Upper Touchscreen, 8.6" Lower Touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen Premium Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot with soft close function | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Soft close function, all doors | Soft-close Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 120,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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4G vs C8 FAQ
Is the Audi A7 Sportback 4G or Audi A7 Sportback C8 better?
The Audi A7 Sportback C8 is better equipped and more capable: 340 hp, 500 Nm, 5.3 seconds to 100 km/h, active emergency braking and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. Choose the 4G chiefly for its RM25,000 lower price and air suspension.
What is the price difference?
The Audi A7 Sportback C8 costs RM609,900, which is RM25,000 more than the Audi A7 Sportback 4G at RM584,900.
Which Audi A7 is more fuel-efficient?
The Audi A7 Sportback C8 is rated at 7.3 L/100 km and 165 g/km CO2, ahead of the 4G's 8.2 L/100 km and 190 g/km. It also carries a larger 73-litre tank versus 65 litres.