Audi A7 vs Ford Fiesta
What's the difference?

Audi A7

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2019 price

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Ford Fiesta

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2023 price

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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Summary

2019 Audi A7

2023 Ford Fiesta

By Matt Campbell

By Tim Nicholson

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo V6, 3.0L

Turbo 3, 1.5L

Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded/Electric

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Fuel Efficiency

7.3L/100km (combined)

6.3L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Glorious to behold
Surprising value
Great safety kit

Punchy engine and slick gearbox combo
Light, chuckable dynamics
Excellent value for money

Dislikes

Launching with top-spec petrol only
Still some options to pick
Some tech quibbles on launch

Noisy cabin
Huge turning circle
Firm ride

2019 Audi A7 Summary

Audi is known as a design-led brand, and arguably no model in the line-up embodies that ethos more than the Audi A7 Sportback.

This all-new version of Audi's largest swoopy five-door hatchback takes the concept of the original first-generation version and, rather than reinventing the idea, reimagines it with a more modern and even more style-focused look, inside and out.

And it's a very convincing execution, indeed.

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2023 Ford Fiesta Summary

The original Ford Fiesta ST from 2013 was a modern classic. The combination of appealing pricing, point-and-shoot driving dynamics and a sweet turbocharged engine ensured it won a legion of fans.

Its follow-up from 2020 continued that formula and brought with it a refinement missing from the original. But it was just as fun to drive.

Ford has launched a mid-life update for the sprightly hot hatch, which despite arriving in Australia halfway through 2022, is still officially an MY22 model. This latest version introduces upgrades to interior tech and exterior styling, as well as a 30Nm bump in torque.

But given it’s facing a ballsy competitor from Hyundai, has Ford done enough to keep its B-segment hot hatch crown?

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Deep dive comparison

2019 Audi A7 2023 Ford Fiesta

Verdict

The Audi A7 is a really likeable car, one that is heavily focused on style but also emanates substance. The 55 TFSI model will appeal to many, but my initial impression is that the best buy in the range could well be the entry-level 45 TFSI. I can't wait to sample it sometime in 2019.

Verdict

The Fiesta ST is an addictive car to drive. It's a modern classic and hard to beat when it comes to engaging performance and smile-inducing dynamics. Add in excellent value for money and you have a certified performance car bargain.

Audi A7 vs Ford Fiesta What's the difference?

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Audi A7 vs Ford Fiesta
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