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2012 Audi A7 Premium Plus

The 2012 Audi A7 Premium Plus is a 310-hp 3.0-liter supercharged V6 with an 8-speed tiptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $62,870 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

It makes 310 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 325 lb-ft of torque at 2900-4500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).

The A7 measures 195.6 inches long on a 114.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,210 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeLiftback
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$62,870 ($88,993 *)
MSRP with Destination$63,745 ($90,231 *)
Destination Charge$875
Engine
Engine Type3.0L supercharged TFSI V6
Displacement3 L
Horsepower310 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Torque325 lb-ft @ 2900-4500 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, mechanical charger module with 2 intercoolers, 2 charge movement flaps, chain driven, continuous camshaft adjustment for intake & exhaust valves, 4 valves per cylinder
Bore and Stroke84.5 x 89.0 mm
Compression Ratio10.3:1
Injection TypeSupercharged FSI direct injection
Drivetrain
Drive Typequattro all-wheel drive (asymmetric/dynamic 40:60 torque split)
Transmission
Transmission8-speed Tiptronic automatic
1st Gear4.71
2nd Gear3.14
3rd Gear2.11
4th Gear1.67
5th Gear1.29
6th Gear1
7th Gear0.84
8th Gear0.67
Reverse3.32
Final Drive2.85
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Tank Capacity19.8 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionFive-link independent
Rear SuspensionTrapezoidal-link independent
Brakes
Front Brake Disc14.0 in (356 mm) ventilated disc
Rear Brake Disc13.0 in (330 mm) ventilated disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front19-inch
Wheels Rear19-inch
Tires FrontP255/40R19
Tires RearP255/40R19
Dimensions & Weight
Length195.6 in
Width75.2 in
Height55.9 in
Wheelbase114.7 in
Front Track64.7 in
Rear Track64.4 in
Cargo Volume24.5 ft³
Curb Weight4,210 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front36.9 in
Headroom Rear36.6 in
Legroom Front41.3 in
Legroom Rear37 in
Shoulder Room Front57.2 in
Shoulder Room Rear55.9 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2012 Audi A7 4 DR AWD).

Recalls

5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Audi A7. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jun 4, 2018 · AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

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. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.

NHTSA campaign 18V370000

Dec 6, 2017 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Audi A6 and A7 vehicles. The fuel line has a compression point that can weaken, potentially resulting in a fuel leak.

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-888-237-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AR.

NHTSA campaign 17V781000

Sep 7, 2016 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Audi A6 and Audi A7 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a fuel hose in the engine compartment that may degrade and leak fuel.

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the under hood fuel pump and fuel hose, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24BZ.

NHTSA campaign 16V646000

Dec 8, 2015 · AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Audi A6 vehicles manufactured March 28, 2011, to March 25, 2013, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles manufactured January 25, 2011, to March 19, 2013. In vehicles with heated and cooled seats, the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS), used to enable the front passenger air bags, may malfunction and prevent the passenger-side air bags from deploying in a crash.

Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of occupant injury in a crash.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D1.

NHTSA campaign 15V823000

Jan 20, 2015 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Audi S4, S5, Q7, 2012 Audi A6, Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles. In the affected vehicles the fuel injection system may experience a fuel leak.

Consequence: A fuel leak in the injection system in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails and corresponding seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2015. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834 or Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 24AP for Audi customers and 24BK for Volkswagen customers.

NHTSA campaign 15V019000

30 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2012 Audi A7

Owner Complaints

30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Audi A7 (2 mention a crash, 2 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags7
Electrical System6
Steering6
Vehicle Speed Control5
Engine4
Power Train4
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 12, 2022 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“Oil system. A quart of oil has to be added every day. Dealership says its crank case breather. Which the supercharge cause the oil to burn more. Also the antifreeze is burning more because the engine…”
Mar 17, 2022 · Steering
“As I was driving with my 4 year old daughter in the vehicle, while making a left turn my vehicle steering wheel locked or seemed to lock on me with no warning, and then the "DO NOT DRIVE VEHICLE"…”
Feb 14, 2022 · Air Bags
“Passenger seat airbag light is on .”
Jan 12, 2022 · Power Train
“I have seen at least three other complaints with NHTSA on this same item all with different headings. Check engine light comes on at high speeds while highway driving. Pull Engine code and comes back…”
Jun 26, 2021 · Vehicle Speed Control Crash
“As I reported on June 3, I drove my car onto my office parking lot, up- hill, in the afternoon, when suddenly my car raced, without my stepping on the accelerator to make it race, crushed into the…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2012 AUDI A7. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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