2013 Audi S7 Prestige
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- Photo: Audi s7 4g grey (2) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi s7 4g grey (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi S7 Sportback 4.0 TFSI quattro S tronic Heck by Thomas doerfer, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi S7 Sportback Facelift Heck by Thomas doerfer, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi S7 Sportback interior by TTTNIS, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2013 Audi S7 Prestige is a 420-hp 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 with a 7-speed s tronic dual-clutch automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $78,800 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 420 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 406 lb-ft of torque at 1400-5200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The S7 measures 195.6 inches long on a 114.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,508 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Liftback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $78,800 ($109,914 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $79,695 ($111,163 *) |
| Destination Charge | $895 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.0 TFSI twin-turbocharged V8 |
| Displacement | 4 L |
| Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft @ 1400-5200 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, hydraulic valve lifters, continuously variable intake & exhaust camshaft adjustment |
| Bore and Stroke | 84.5 x 89.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 |
| Injection Type | Turbocharged TFSI direct injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | quattro permanent all-wheel drive with self-locking center differential and sport differential, standard |
| Differential Type | quattro sport differential, standard |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch automatic |
| 1st Gear | 3.692 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.15 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.406 |
| 4th Gear | 1.025 |
| 5th Gear | 0.787 |
| 6th Gear | 0.625 |
| 7th Gear | 0.519 |
| Reverse | 2.944 |
| Final Drive | 4.093 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 19.8 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Five-link independent, adaptive air suspension (S7-tuned) |
| Rear Suspension | Trapezoidal-link independent, adaptive air suspension (S7-tuned) |
| Turning Diameter | 39 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 15.7 in (400mm) ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 14.0 in (356mm) ventilated |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 19-inch |
| Wheels Rear | 19-inch |
| Tires Front | 255/40R19 summer |
| Tires Rear | 255/40R19 summer |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 195.6 in |
| Width | 84.2 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 | 4,508 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 (2013 Audi S7 4 DR AWD).
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Audi S7. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 23, 2022 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
Consequence: Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.
NHTSA campaign 22V178000
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
Sep 23, 2013 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi S6 and S7 vehicles equipped with 4.0L engines. Due to manufacturing tolerance issues, a fuel line may leak fuel.
Consequence: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The safety recall is planned to begin in late October 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this campaign is 20U6/L8.
NHTSA campaign 13V450000
16 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2013 Audi S7
Owner Complaints
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Audi S7. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 14 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
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 2013 AUDI S7. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.