Ford Fiesta vs Audi RS7
What's the difference?

Ford Fiesta

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2023 price

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Audi RS7

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2020 price

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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Summary

2023 Ford Fiesta

2020 Audi RS7

By Tim Nicholson

By Laura Berry

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 3, 1.5L

Twin Turbo V8, 4.0L

Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Premium Unleaded/Electric

Fuel Efficiency

6.3L/100km (combined)

11.6L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

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

A V8 with 800Nm? Yes please
Hatchback practicality
Standard air suspension

Dislikes

Noisy cabin
Huge turning circle
Firm ride

Limited rear headroom
Rear legroom could be better
Cabin storage isn't great

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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2020 Audi RS7 Summary

If you’re looking for a sedan version of the RS 6 Avant, then you’ve come to the right place – sort of. See there is no RS 6 Sedan, but the RS 7 Sportback is the next best thing – you may even find it an even better thing because not only does it share RS 6 Avant’s outrageous engine and high-performance hardware, it’s also a sedan …but with a hatchback.

And if that kind of thing makes you happy, sit down – because the new generation RS 7 Sportback has just landed.

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Deep dive comparison

2023 Ford Fiesta 2020 Audi RS7

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.

Verdict

The new-generation RS 7 Sportback heralds the further evolution of this large majestic beast, with more features, a beautifully finished cabin and with more grunt with the looks to match. You’d be hard-pressed to find a better combination of power, dynamics and comfort in the Audi range – apart from in the RS 6 Avant of course.

Ford Fiesta vs Audi RS7 What's the difference?

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Ford Fiesta vs Audi RS7
What's the difference?