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2020 Audi S7 Prestige

The 2020 Audi S7 Prestige is a 444-hp 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V6 with an 8-speed tiptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $89,500 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

It makes 444 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).

The S7 measures 195.6 inches long on a 115.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,597 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeLiftback
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$89,500
MSRP with Destination$90,495
Destination Charge$995
Engine
Engine Type2.9 TFSI twin-turbocharged V6 (48V mild hybrid)
Displacement2.9 L
Horsepower444 hp
Torque443 lb-ft
Valvetrain24-valve DOHC with Audi valvelift system and variable valve timing
Bore and Stroke84.6 x 86.0 mm
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Injection TypeTurbocharged TFSI direct injection
Drivetrain
Drive Typequattro all-wheel drive, standard
Differential Typequattro sport differential (available)
Transmission
Transmission8-speed Tiptronic automatic
1st Gear5
2nd Gear3.2
3rd Gear2.143
4th Gear1.72
5th Gear1.313
6th Gear1
7th Gear0.823
8th Gear0.64
Reverse3.478
Final Drive2.848
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Tank Capacity19.3 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionFive-link independent, adaptive air suspension (S-tuned)
Rear SuspensionFive-link independent, adaptive air suspension (S-tuned)
Turning Diameter36.4 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc15.7 in ventilated
Rear Brake Disc13.8 in ventilated
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front20-inch
Wheels Rear20-inch
Tires Front255/40R20 all-season
Tires Rear255/40R20 all-season
Dimensions & Weight
Length195.6 in
Width83.4 in
Height56 in
Wheelbase115.2 in
Front Track65 in
Rear Track64.4 in
Cargo Volume24.9 ft³
Curb Weight4,597 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37 in
Headroom Rear37.1 in
Legroom Front41.3 in
Legroom Rear37 in
Shoulder Room Front57.2 in
Shoulder Room Rear55.9 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2020 Audi S7 4 DR AWD).

Recalls

6 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Audi S7. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Dec 19, 2025 · BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

NHTSA campaign 25V900000

Nov 21, 2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, A6 Allroad, 2021-2022 RS7, RS6 Avant, 2019-2022 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.

Consequence: A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will install a protective cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90V2.

NHTSA campaign 22V861000

Mar 14, 2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RS6 Avant and RS7, 2020-2022 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, and S7, and 2019-2022 A6 Sedan and A7 vehicles. The fuel level sender may stick, causing an inaccurate fuel level reading to be displayed on the instrument cluster.

Consequence: An inaccurate fuel reading may cause an engine stall due to lack of fuel, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will install a new sensor in the tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DN.

NHTSA campaign 22V155000

Jan 26, 2022 · TIRES

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.

Consequence: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.

NHTSA campaign 22V034000

Apr 26, 2021 · SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.

Consequence: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.

NHTSA campaign 21V295000

Mar 10, 2021 · AIR BAGS

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi RS6 Avant, RS7, 2020-2021 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, S7, 2019-2021 A6 Sedan, and A7 vehicles. The score line on the passenger air bag may not have been manufactured correctly.

Consequence: An incorrectly manufactured air bag may not deploy properly, and could also eject plastic debris into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the passenger air bag score line, and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall begin March 26, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 70i2.

NHTSA campaign 21V159000

3 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2020 Audi S7

Owner Complaints

3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2020 Audi S7. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System2
Engine1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Power Train1
Steering1
Vehicle Speed Control1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 17, 2023 · Steering, Electrical System, Vehicle Speed Control
“TODAY, I was driving my vehicle when I got multiple warnings including a “electrical failure, ABS failure, start stop failure.” I was on a stretch of road where I could not safely remove myself from…”
Oct 10, 2023 · Power Train, Electrical System, Engine
“On 10/9/2023, the starter generator failed causing the vehicle to stop and shut down while driving and completely break down. I was not able to move the vehicle or shift it into park. Stall occurred…”
Jan 13, 2023 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“I have been trying to get this recall remedied since 4/1/22 to no avail. I have been stranded on the side of a busy highway due to the fuel indicator reading 1/3 full but the fuel tank was actually…”

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 2020 AUDI S7. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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