2016 Audi A7 Prestige
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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 2016 Audi A7 Prestige is a 333-hp 3.0-liter supercharged V6 with an 8-speed tiptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $70,950 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.
It makes 333 horsepower at 5,300 rpm and 325 lb-ft of torque at 2900 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).
The A7 measures 196.2 inches long on a 114.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,288 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Liftback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $70,950 ($96,078 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $71,875 ($97,331 *) |
| Destination Charge | $925 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0L supercharged TFSI V6 |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 333 hp @ 5,300 rpm |
| Torque | 325 lb-ft @ 2900 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, mechanical charger module with 2 intercoolers, chain driven, continuous camshaft adjustment, 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 |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed Tiptronic automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.71 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.14 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.11 |
| 4th Gear | 1.67 |
| 5th Gear | 1.28 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.84 |
| 8th Gear | 0.67 |
| Reverse | 3.32 |
| Final Drive | 2.85 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 24 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 19.8 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Five-link independent with stabilizer bar |
| 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 | 255/40R19 |
| Tires Rear | 255/40R19 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 196.2 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 | 4,288 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 (2016 Audi A7 4 DR AWD).
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Audi A7. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jan 16, 2019 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.
NHTSA campaign 19V035000
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
May 1, 2017 · AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Audi A7 vehicles. The affected vehicles have head curtain air bags that may not deploy properly in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Consequence: If the head curtain airbag does not deploy properly in the event of a crash, an unbelted passenger has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected head curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 29, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 69R2.
NHTSA campaign 17V293000
15 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 Audi A7
Owner Complaints
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Audi A7 (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Air Bags | 7 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 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 2016 AUDI A7. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.