If you've been eyeing the luxurious Audi A7 hatchback but find yourself wishing it offered a little more power under the hood, check out the Audi S7. This performance-oriented version of the A7 boasts a standard 4.0L V8 engine, all-wheel drive, and selectable drive modes to take your driving experience to the next level. Meanwhile, the S7 still offers seating for up to four passengers and a 24.5-cubic-foot cargo area in its 2017 model.
Inside the cabin, you and your passengers will enjoy such standard equipment as automatic four-zone climate control, a 14-speaker Bose sound system, a sunroof, and diamond-stitched leather upholstery on the 2017 S7. Take a look at an Audi S7 for yourself and see first-hand all that this powerful hatchback has to offer.
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Q: How fast is the Audi S7?
A: The top speed on an Audi S7 can vary by model year and powertrain. However, the 2019 S7 with turbocharged 4.0L V8 engine has a top speed of 155 mph.
Q: What's the difference between an Audi A7 and S7?
A: The Audi A7 is a five-passenger sedan, whereas the S7 tops out at four passengers. The S7 is also a high performance version of the A7 and has a more powerful engine. For example, the 2017 S7 is equipped with a turbocharged 4.0L V8 engine at 450 hp, compared to the 2016 A7's supercharged 3.0L V6 at 333 hp.
Q: How much horsepower does an Audi S7 have?
A: The Audi S7's standard turbocharged 4.0L V8 engine puts out 420-450 hp, depending on model year. For example, this same engine on the 2013 S7 is rated at 420 hp—but output increases to 450 hp by the 2016 model year.
Q: Are all Audi S7 automatic?
A: Every Audi S7 is outfitted with a seven-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission. This means the transmission operates like a manual transmission—but an on-board computer does the work of shifting gears.
All Audi S7 models within the two most recent generations are equipped with a brawny 4.0L V8 engine. S7 models produced prior to 2017 have a supercharged engine, whereas later model years are outfitted with a turbocharged version. All-wheel drive and a seven-speed automated manual transmission are both standard equipment on all S7 models.
The following trim features are specific to the 2017 model year.
Premium Plus (2017-2018)
Prestige (2013-2018)
These are also a number of package options offered for the S7, including a Cold Weather Package that adds such equipment as heated front/rear seats and a heated steering wheel for the 2017 model year. Meanwhile, a Comfort Seating Package adds features like ventilated front seats with massage functions and passenger-seat memory settings.
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