2016 Audi A7

Pros: Availability of well-engineered diesel model and unique, high-performance RS 7; dazzling styling; high-quality interior materials and assembly

Cons: Fastback body style compromises rear visibility and entry/exit; some testers find Audi’s MMI controls overly complicated

2016 A7

CG Says: The 2016 Audi A7 has revised front styling with LED headlights. There is also more power for most engines. The supercharged 3.0-liter V6 gets a horsepower boost from 310 to 333, while the turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 of the S7 gains 30 horsepower for a total of 450. The RS 7 horsepower remains at 560, but there is a new RS 7 Performance model with 605 horsepower. The EPA rates the RS 7 at 15 mpg city and 25 mpg highway. The infotainment controls are upgraded and now include Wi-Fi. The A7 is visually stunning, inside and out. It’s comfortable to sit in and provides a surprising amount of practicality given its “4-door coupe” body style. Lively and reasonably efficient powertrains—both gasoline- and diesel-fueled–further enhance this car’s appeal. Prices seem high, but the sticker price buys a lot of luxury car. Even when well equipped, A7 comes out much less expensive than comparably equipped rivals from BMW and Mercedes-Benz.

Links

Test Drive: 2016 Audi S7

2017 Audi A7 Review

2015 Audi A7 Review

Cross Country in an Audi Diesel

Audi Shows Off the 2014 RS 7 in Detroit