2017 Audi RS 7 Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Whoever said you couldn’t have your cake and eat it too has clearly not heard of the 2017 Audi RS 7. Based on the A7 and S7 fastback sedans, the RS 7 delivers a seemingly improbable amount of luxury, performance, technology, and comfort. But while each of these attributes have their part in this vehicle, performance reigns supreme, delivering an impressive powertrain paired to a tech-savvy transmission and a proven quattro all-wheel-drive (AWD) setup.
While the RS 7 shares its long sloping profile with the A7, the similarities between the two vehicles end there. The unique honeycomb pattern of the massive “Singleframe” grille continues into a revised lower front valence with expanded air intakes. The headlights feature unique LED and darkened-trim designs for a more menacing approach, and the rear LED pattern is fetching enough to be surpassed only by the giant rear exhaust outlets. The RS 7 also comes standard with massive 21-inch titanium-finish wheels wrapped in summer tires and a retractable rear spoiler that deploys either manually, with the push of a button, or automatically at 75 mph for improved downforce at higher speeds. You can make your RS 7 stand out even more with the Carbon Optics package, black rear exhaust outlets, red brake calipers, or even pinstriped quattro lettering across the base of the grille. But it’s what behind that grille that really counts.
In that vein, the RS 7 comes equipped with a 4.0-liter turbocharged V8 engine making 560 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque. Incredibly, a trim called the RS 7 performance also exists, with a 4.0-liter turbo V8 tuned to put out 605 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent through an 8-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission to the quattro AWD. The transmission has paddle shifters for manual shift mode, while quattro delivers all-weather capability and accurate grip along back roads. Fuel economy for the 2017 Audi RS 7 stands at 15 mpg city/25 highway/18 combined.
The RS 7 is capable of going from 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds on the way to an electronically limited top speed of 174 mph. Opt for the RS 7 Performance and the 0-60 time drops to 3.6 seconds while top speed climbs to an incredible 190 mph. Of course, you’ll need to find a track to get anywhere close to either of those top speeds! In addition to the more powerful engine, the RS 7 Performance features the optional carbon front and rear diffusers, carbon lower-front air intakes, and carbon exterior side-mirror housings, as well as black exhaust outlets.
As a brand, Audi celebrates the marriage of performance and technology, and there is perhaps no better example of this than Audi's Drive Select feature. With the push of a button, Drive Select modifies throttle response, shift points, and steering feel for Efficiency, Comfort, Auto, Dynamic, and Individual (driver-customizable) settings.
The exciting performance of the RS 7 is complemented by a well-appointed and attractive 4-seat interior fitted with standard features such as Valcona leather seating with honeycomb stitching, heated 12-way power front seats, and a power moonroof. Also standard are Bluetooth hands-free smartphone connectivity paired with streaming music, a vivid 7-inch digital display, and a 14-speaker Bose premium sound system with AudioPilot noise cancellation. Audi’s Multimedia Interface, or MMI, provides infotainment capability and includes a voice-controlled navigation system and a touch pad on which you can draw letters to input information or commands to the navigation, phone, and audio systems. The RS 7 also features a standard head-up display that presents key information like vehicle speed and turn-by-turn navigation instructions.
Optional interior features include an Alcantara headliner, a Bang & Olufsen advanced premium sound system, and the Comfort Seating Package, which boasts massaging and heated/cooled seats.
Standard safety features include a full array of front- and side-impact airbags with passenger detection, antilock brakes, electronic stability control, and a tire-pressure monitoring system. The available Driver Assistance Package ($2,450) includes adaptive cruise control (able to operate in stop-and-go traffic), forward-collision warning, adaptive high beams, Audi's lane-departure warning and assistance feature, and a corner-view camera system. For $2,500 you can even opt for the Night Vision Assistant, which presents a night-vision view of the road ahead in the center display of the instrument panel.
Base MSRP for the 2017 Audi RS 7 is $110,700, and with options such as the Cold Weather Package, Driver Assistance Package, Comfort Seating Package, Night Vision Assistant, Bang & Olufsen sound system, and Black Alcantara headliner, that price can push $126,000. The 2017 Audi RS 7 Performance trim starts at $129,000, and with similar options--as well as the exclusive Audi RS5 titanium sport exhaust--can run past $154,000.
But here’s the fantastic thing about the Audi RS 7: no matter how you spec out your ride, it will be the most eye-catching vehicle on just about any street. Even in base form, the RS 7 has an appearance that can stop people in their tracks, and its looks are backed up by blistering performance. Anyone lucky enough to step behind the wheel of the RS 7 will experience massive acceleration and precise cornering while surrounded by the best in luxury and technology.
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Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · USB auxiliary audio input · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 13 · 630 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 15.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: aluminium · Dash trim: carbon · Door sill trim: stainless steel · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo cover: hard · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): three 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 12
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.08 · Limited slip differential: rear
Engine
Alternator: 190 amps · Battery: maintenance-free · Oil cooler: auxiliary
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: integrated exhaust · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome surround · Mirror color: aluminum · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: electronically controlled · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: aluminum
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google search · Infotainment: Android Auto ready · Infotainment screen size: 8.3 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: cornering · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: auto-dimming
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 12
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: tilt/slide
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off · Parking sensors: rear · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: 4-way power lumbar · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.9
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation app: INRIX Traffic · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: myAudi with Audi connect · Smart device app function: send destination to vehicle
Tires
Type: summer performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: multi-spoke
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 13 · 630 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 15.4 · Front brakes: carbon ceramic disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.0 · Rear brakes: carbon ceramic disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage and pass-thru · Center console trim: carbon · Dash trim: carbon · Door sill trim: stainless steel · Door trim: carbon · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Cargo cover: hard · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): three 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 12
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.08 · Limited slip differential: rear
Engine
Alternator: 180 amps · Battery: maintenance-free · Oil cooler: auxiliary
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: integrated exhaust · Exhaust tip color: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: carbon fiber · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: electronically controlled · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google search · Infotainment: Audi MMI Connect · Infotainment screen size: 8.3 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 12
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.9
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation app: INRIX Traffic · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: myAudi with Audi connect · Smart device app function: vehicle location
Tires
Type: summer performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 10
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse