2012 Audi A7 Premium Plus
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- Photo: Audi A7 Sportback 3.0 TDI quattro – Frontansicht, 8. Mai, Velbert by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi A7 3.0T Quattro S Line 4G8 Daytona Grey Pearl (3) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi A7 3.0T Quattro S Line 4G8 Daytona Grey Pearl (2) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi A7 Sportback 3.0 TDI quattro Phantomschwarz Seite by Thomas doerfer, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi A7 Sportback 3.0 TDI quattro – Heckansicht, 8. Mai, Velbert by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
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 Type | Liftback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $62,870 ($88,993 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $63,745 ($90,231 *) |
| Destination Charge | $875 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0L supercharged TFSI V6 |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 310 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 325 lb-ft @ 2900-4500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 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 Stroke | 84.5 x 89.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 |
| Injection Type | Supercharged FSI direct injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | quattro all-wheel drive (asymmetric/dynamic 40:60 torque split) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed Tiptronic automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.71 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.14 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.11 |
| 4th Gear | 1.67 |
| 5th Gear | 1.29 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.84 |
| 8th Gear | 0.67 |
| Reverse | 3.32 |
| Final Drive | 2.85 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 19.8 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Five-link independent |
| Rear Suspension | Trapezoidal-link independent |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 14.0 in (356 mm) ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.0 in (330 mm) ventilated disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 19-inch |
| Wheels Rear | 19-inch |
| Tires Front | P255/40R19 |
| Tires Rear | P255/40R19 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 195.6 in |
| Width | 75.2 in |
| Height | 55.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 114.7 in |
| Front Track | 64.7 in |
| Rear Track | 64.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 24.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,210 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 36.9 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.3 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.9 in |
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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
| Air Bags | 7 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Steering | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Power Train | 4 |
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.