2014 Audi A7 Prestige TDI
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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 2014 Audi A7 Prestige TDI is a 240-hp 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 with an 8-speed tiptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $69,800 MSRP and is rated at 29 mpg combined.
It makes 240 horsepower at 3,500 rpm and 428 lb-ft of torque at 1750 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 38 mpg highway (29 mpg combined).
The A7 measures 195.6 inches long on a 114.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,266 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Liftback |
| Powertrain | Diesel |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $69,800 ($95,839 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $70,695 ($97,067 *) |
| Destination Charge | $895 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0L TDI turbodiesel V6 |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 240 hp @ 3,500 rpm |
| Torque | 428 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, compact four-valve design, chain-driven auxiliaries & camshafts |
| Bore and Stroke | 83.0 x 91.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 |
| Injection Type | Turbocharged TDI common-rail direct injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | quattro all-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed Tiptronic automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.714 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.143 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.106 |
| 4th Gear | 1.667 |
| 5th Gear | 1.285 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.839 |
| 8th Gear | 0.667 |
| Reverse | 3.317 |
| Final Drive | 2.519 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 24 MPG |
| Highway | 38 MPG |
| Combined | 29 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Diesel |
| Tank Capacity | 19 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Five-link independent with stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Trapezoidal-link independent |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.6 in (345 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 | 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 | 4,266 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 54% / 46% |
| 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 (2014 Audi A7 4 DR AWD).
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2014 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
11 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2014 Audi A7
Owner Complaints
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Audi A7 (2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 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 2014 AUDI A7. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.