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2018 Audi RS 7 Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.
Kelley Blue Book Value®
$94,285 - $115,479
New Fair Purchase Price Range
MPG (up to)
14 City / 24 HWY
Horsepower
560-605
Seats
4
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Expert Review

By Kelley Blue Book Editorial Staff
4.6 Overall Score
Performance
4.6
Interior
4.6
Comfort
4.5
Value
4.5

Editor's Overview

Do these Audi RS 7s rank among the world's most desirable hatchbacks? With their handsome looks, phenomenal power, laudable composure, abundant technology, and real-world practicality, the answer is a resounding yes.

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Audi RS 7 Models & Trims

Base - $94,285 - $103,054

Horsepower: 560 hp
Engine Type: Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 21 X 9 (in.) Aluminum, Forged Aluminum
  • Bluetooth
  • Navigation System
  • Heated Seats
  • Sunroof
  • Back-Up Camera
  • Premium Audio
  • Smart Device Integration
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Keyless Start
  • Keyless Entry
  • Automated Emergency Braking
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Lane Departure Warning (Optional)

performance - $105,654 - $115,479

Horsepower: 605 hp
Engine Type: Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 21 X 9 (in.) Forged Aluminum
  • Bluetooth
  • Navigation System
  • Heated Seats
  • Sunroof
  • Back-Up Camera
  • Premium Audio
  • Smart Device Integration
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Keyless Start
  • Keyless Entry
  • Automated Emergency Braking
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Lane Departure Warning (Optional)

Owner Reviews

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The car is great I would recommend it to anyone it gets you back and forth where you want to go in style

I love the speed, the look for the car, the features it comes with and the color
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I like its mileage, very efficient indeed. It is also quite spacious and looks amazing. It has lots of technology both inside and outside the car. I don't like how service can be super expensive, though.

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Crash Test Results: Front, Side & Rollover

Crash Test Ratings Currently Not Available

Safety Features

  • Electronic Stability Control (ESC) *
  • ABS And Driveline Traction Control *
  • Side Impact Beams
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags *
  • Front And Rear Parking Sensors
  • Audi Side Assist Blind Spot Sensor
  • Audi pre sense basic and Audi pre sense rear
  • Low Tire Pressure Warning
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
  • SIDEGUARD Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
  • Airbag Occupancy Sensor
  • Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag
  • Power Rear Child Safety Locks
  • Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
  • Back-Up Camera
* Optional Safety Feature

Safety Recalls (2)

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    Air Bags > Occupant Classification System - Ocs (Front Passenger) Jun 3, 2018
    Report Receipt Date:
    Jun 3, 2018
    NHTSA Campaign:
    18V370000
    Summary:
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.
    Consequence:
    If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 31, 2018. Owners will be sent a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.
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    Equipment > Other > Labels Feb 6, 2018
    Report Receipt Date:
    Feb 6, 2018
    NHTSA Campaign:
    18V096000
    Summary:
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Audi S7 and 2016-2018 RS7 vehicles. The tire information label on these vehicles incorrectly lists the combined maximum weight as 1146 lbs/520 kg, when the correct combined maximum weight is actually 992 lbs/450 kg. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
    Consequence:
    If the operator were to load the vehicle based on information on the tire information label, they could overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire information label, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44N9.

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