2016 Audi RS7 Base
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- Photo: 2014 Audi RS7 TFSi V8 Quattro Automatic 4.0 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi RS7 Front View by Kidfly182, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi RS7 (51353857195) by Alexandre Prevot, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2014 Audi RS7 TFSi V8 Quattro Automatic 4.0 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi RS7 rear view, November 12, 2024 by 茅野ふたば, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2016 Audi RS7 Base is a 560-hp 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 with an 8-speed tiptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $108,900 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 560 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 516 lb-ft of torque at 1750-5500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The RS7 measures 197.3 inches long on a 114.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,475 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Liftback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $108,900 ($147,469 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $109,825 ($148,721 *) |
| Destination Charge | $925 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.0L twin-turbo V8 TFSI |
| Displacement | 4 L |
| Horsepower | 560 hp @ 5,700 rpm |
| Torque | 516 lb-ft @ 1750-5500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | Hydraulic valve lifters, continuously variable intake & exhaust camshaft adjustment, chain drive |
| Bore and Stroke | 84.5 x 89.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 |
| Injection Type | Turbocharged/TFSI |
| 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 | 3.076 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 14 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Tank Capacity | 19.8 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Five-link front suspension w/ stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Trapezoidal-link rear suspension |
| Turning Diameter | 39 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | black floating (red optional) |
| Front Brake Disc | 15.4 in (390 mm) ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 14.0 in (356 mm) ventilated |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 20 x 9.0 in |
| Wheels Rear | 20 x 9.0 in |
| Tires Front | 275/35R20 summer |
| Tires Rear | 275/35R20 summer |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 197.3 in |
| Width | 84.2 in |
| Height | 55.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 114.8 in |
| Front Track | 64.3 in |
| Rear Track | 64 in |
| Cargo Volume | 24.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,475 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 RS7 4 DR AWD).
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Audi RS7. 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
Feb 7, 2018 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Audi S7 and 2016-2018 RS7 vehicles. The tire information label on these vehicles incorrectly lists the combined maximum weight as 1146 lbs/520 kg, when the correct combined maximum weight is actually 992 lbs/450 kg. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence: If the operator were to load the vehicle based on information on the tire information label, they could overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire information label, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44N9.
NHTSA campaign 18V096000
6 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 Audi RS7
Owner Complaints
6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Audi RS7. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 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 RS7. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.