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2021 Audi RS7 First Look Review The New Hotness
Sep. 15, 2019 6:30 PM ET by Jared Rosenholtz First Look / 9 Comments Audi's sexy bruiser just dyed its hair red. Audi introduced the first RS7 back in 2013. With a few nip and tucks along the way, it has remained relatively competitive in the fast luxury sedan segment. But with BMW and Mercedes each launching all-new versions of their high-powered super saloons, it was finally time for Audi to introduce the new 2021 RS7 Sportback at the 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show. It arrives packing similar equipment as before, like a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 and a practical Sportback body style. The RS7 always felt like a consolation prize for not getting the RS6 Avant in the US, but Audi has now decided to sell the wagon alongside the RS7 for the first time ever. So is the RS7 still the go-to fast Audi, or has the RS6 stolen its thunder? Audi Audi Audi Exterior Audi Wins Back Our Love
Audi usually likes to play it safe with its standard models like the 2019 A7 Sportback but sportier versions like the S7 and RS7 dial up the aggression. Showing the car in a bold red paint job at Frankfurt certainly helps but the wider stance, flared wheel arches, larger air vents, and hood scoop do a lot to make the RS7 look like a meaner vehicle. As with the previous-generation RS7, the roof curves down to create a coupe-style profile while providing some decent trunk space.
The RS7 Sportback is a bit subdued compared to its wagon sibling without the silver accents on its bumper but it still looks more aggressive than the BMW M5 and the Mercedes-AMG E63. Audi has finally shed its image of being the "sensible German option" and has now added some spice to its RS cars. CarBuzz CarBuzz CarBuzz CarBuzz Interior Tech Meets Sport
After driving the A6, we noted how Audi's latest interior felt functional and luxurious but we wanted to see if it would come alive with future S and RS versions. Well, it was worth the wait because the new RS7's interior looks fantastic. Audi's dual-screen Touch MMI system is easy-to-use and Virtual Cockpit is among the best digital clusters on the market. It has even been improved with RS-specific retro graphics. As with the exterior, the cabin of a base A7 can feel dull but the RS department has worked its magic with carbon fiber trim, red accents, red mood lighting, a flat-bottom steering wheel, and aggressive sport seats. We dare you to call this interior boring. Audi Audi Audi Audi Power And Performance A Nice Improvement
Power still comes from a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8, which now features a 48-volt mild hybrid system. The hybrid assist smooths the stop/start system and powers the A/C, drives the car at low speeds, and improves performance while boosting efficiency. Output has also increased from 560 horsepower and 516 lb-ft to 591 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque while 0-60 mph is rated at 3.6 seconds. Audi tends to be conservative with these ratings, so the engine could produce even more power and a quicker 0-60 mph time. The old RS7 also offered a Performance version with 605 hp and Audi is already rumored to be working on a hybrid model with nearly 700 hp. Audi Audi CarBuzz CarBuzz Pricing And Competition Still Unique
Audi did not reveal pricing for the 2020 RS7 Sportback or the RS6 Avant but we expect both to remain close to the outgoing RS7's starting price of $113,900. We've already noted the RS6 faces just one competitor, the E63 Wagon, but the RS7 is a different beast. No other car in this segment offers a Sportback body style, which adds tremendous carrying capacity compared to a traditional sedan. The AMG GT 4-Door is the closest competitor but the V8-powered 63 model starts at $136,500 while the 63 S model costs a whopping $159,000. Just like the last RS7, this new model will offer a unique edge compared to its rivals from BMW and Mercedes-AMG. CarBuzz Audi CarBuzz Join The Discussion
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Audi RS7 Jared Rosenholtz Editor-at-Large After graduating with an MBA, Jared pursued his love of cars by becoming an automotive journalist. An internship with CarBuzz grew into his current position as Editor At Large. Jared now spends most of his time evaluating new vehicles and chasing the latest news stories in the automotive industry. When he’s not attending Cars & Coffee events on the weekend, Jared loves to watch NFL football and cruise around with the top down in his German convertible. Contact Jared @Carsnbites @jar_rosenholtz LoginSign Up Home News Features Car Reviews Car Advice 2021 CarBuzz Awards New Cars Used Cars Future Cars Compare Cars Sell My Car Car Dealerships Buy Here Pay Here Used Car Reviews Popular Tags Cars # Video # TOP # Spy Shots # Reveal # Rumor # Auto Show # Supercar # Tuning # Car Culture # Industry News # Motorsport Acura Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bollinger Bugatti Buick Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari Fiat Fisker Ford Genesis GMC Hennessey Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Karma Kia Koenigsegg Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Lordstown Lotus Lucid Motors Maserati Mazda McLaren Mercedes-Benz Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Pagani Polestar Porsche Ram Rimac Rivian Rolls-Royce Spyker Subaru Tesla Toyota Volkswagen Volvo By Make Acura Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bollinger Bugatti Buick Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari Fiat Fisker Ford Genesis GMC Hennessey Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Karma Kia Koenigsegg Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Lordstown Lotus Lucid Motors Maserati Mazda McLaren Mercedes-Benz Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Pagani Polestar Porsche Ram Rimac Rivian Rolls-Royce Spyker Subaru Tesla Toyota Volkswagen Volvo By Car Type SUVs Crossovers Sedans Coupes Trucks Sports Cars Wagons Vans Hatchbacks Convertibles Small Cars Luxury Cars Electric Cars Hybrid Cars Future Cars By Price Up to $15K $15K - $25K $25K - $35K $35K - $45K $45K - $55K $55K - $75K $75K - $100K $100K - $200K $200K - $300K Above $300K Back To Top