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Used 2017 Audi RS 7 Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2017 Audi RS 7 is a full-size high-performance four-door hatchback that comes in two trim levels. The base RS 7 is similar to the Prestige trim of the regular Audi A7, but with a number of performance-themed upgrades. Unlike the A7 sedan, which has a three-passenger rear seat, the RS 7 has two individual rear seats. The RS 7 Performance is similar but has a more powerful V8.

Standard features include 20-inch wheels, LED headlights and taillights, a sport body kit, an adaptive sport-tuned air suspension, variable-ratio steering, a sport differential, a sunroof, a power liftgate, auto-dimming mirrors, front and rear parking sensors, a basic collision mitigation system (Pre Sense Basic and Pre Sense Rear), a blind-spot monitor and keyless entry and ignition.

Inside you'll find ambient LED lighting, leather upholstery, heated eight-way power front sport seats (with four-way lumbar adjustment), a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, driver memory settings, four-zone automatic climate control, Audi Drive Select (providing driver control over steering, suspension, transmission and exhaust settings), Audi's MMI technology interface (with a console-mounted controller that includes touchpad functionality), an 8-inch display screen, a rearview camera, voice controls, a navigation system, a head-up display, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, Siri Eyes Free, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone interface, Audi Connect (including 4G LTE connectivity, Wi-Fi hotspot capability and Web-based navigation and information services) and a 14-speaker Bose audio system with a CD player, satellite and HD radio and a USB interface.

There are several options packages available for the 2017 Audi RS 7. The Driver Assistance Plus package adds automatic high beams, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning/keeping assist, a corner-view (front and rear) parking camera system and the upgraded Pre Sense Plus collision mitigation system with automatic braking.

The Comfort Seating package features different leather upholstery (lacking the standard honeycomb stitching), "contour" front seats with ventilation and massage functions, passenger memory settings and comfort rear seats. The Cold Weather package adds heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel. Finally, the Carbon-Optic package alters the finish and appearance of the car's mirrors, grille, lower air intakes and rear diffuser.

Stand-alone options include 21-inch wheels in different finishes, power-closing doors, a night vision system, a simulated suede headliner, rear side airbags and a 15-speaker Bang & Olufsen surround-sound audio system.

The RS 7 Performance gains more power, carbon-ceramic brakes, Dynamic Ride Control (a mechanical damping system that reduces body roll and pitch around corners), 21-inch cast aluminum wheels, a different bumper design, gloss-black grille surround, black tailpipes and carbon-fiber mirror housings.

The RS 7 is powered by a turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 that sends 560 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque to all four wheels. An eight-speed automatic transmission, a self-locking center differential and a sport rear differential are standard. For the RS 7 Performance, the output rises to 605 hp and an overboost function provides a temporary torque peak of 553 lb-ft.

In Edmunds performance testing, an RS 7 leapt to 60 mph in an absurdly quick 3.4 seconds, which is more than half a second quicker than a Chevrolet Corvette. According to the EPA, the RS 7 returns 19 mpg combined (16 mpg city/27 mpg highway), remarkably frugal numbers for this level of performance.

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RS 7 Prestige quattro
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Prestige quattro
4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A
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4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
Parking assistance
standard
standard
Upholstery
premium leather
premium leather
Heated seats
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
optional
optional
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
560 hp @ 5,700 rpm
605 hp @ 6,100 rpm
Engine torque
516 lb-ft @ 1,750 rpm
517 lb-ft @ 1,750 rpm
Engine displacement
4.0 l
4.0 l
Engine configuration
v8
v8
Transmission
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
275/35R20
275/30R21
Wheel size
20 X 9.0-in
21 X 9.0-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
15 / 25 / 18 MPG
15 / 25 / 18 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
19.8 gal.
19.8 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
297 / 495 miles
297 / 495 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
N/A
N/A
Curb weight
4,497 lb.
4,497 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
75.2 in.
75.2 in.
Height
55.8 in.
55.8 in.
Length
197.3 in.
197.3 in.
Wheelbase
114.8 in.
114.8 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
24.5 cu. ft.
24.5 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
36.9 in.
36.9 in.
Front Leg Room
41.3 in.
41.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room
57.2 in.
57.2 in.
Rear Head Room
36.6 in.
36.6 in.
Rear Leg Room
37.0 in.
37.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
55.9 in.
55.9 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Black, premium leather
Lunar Silver, premium leather
Black w/Mercato Blue Stitching, premium leather/alcantara
Black, premium leather
Lunar Silver, premium leather
Exterior
Daytona Gray Matte Effect
Sepang Blue Pearl Effect
Nardo Gray
Prism Silver Crystal Effect
Panther Black Crystal Effect
Misano Red Pearl Effect
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
Glacier White Metallic
Florett Silver Metallic
Mythos Black Metallic
Daytona Gray Matte Effect
Sepang Blue Pearl Effect
Nardo Gray
Prism Silver Crystal Effect
Panther Black Crystal Effect
Misano Red Pearl Effect
Ascari Blue Metallic
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
Glacier White Metallic
Florett Silver Metallic
Mythos Black Metallic