Audi RS 7
The 2026 Audi RS 7 offers potent performance, but its 'Below Average' reliability verdict and 112 TSBs warrant a cautious approach for used buyers.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 14 | 21 | 16 | 16.8 | 11.2 | 14.7 | — |
| 2025 | 14 | 21 | 17 | 16.8 | 11.2 | 13.84 | — |
| 2024 | 14 | 22 | 17 | 16.8 | 10.69 | 13.84 | — |
| 2023 | 14 | 21 | 17 | 16.8 | 11.2 | 13.84 | — |
| 2022 | 15 | 22 | 17 | 15.68 | 10.69 | 13.84 | — |
| 2021 | 15 | 22 | 17 | 15.68 | 10.69 | 13.84 | — |
| 2018 | 14 | 24 | 17 | 16.8 | 9.8 | 13.84 | 14-24 mpg combined |
| 2017 | 15 | 25 | 18 | 15.68 | 9.41 | 13.07 | — |
| 2016 | 14 | 25 | 18 | 16.8 | 9.41 | 13.07 | — |
| 2015 | 14 | 25 | 18 | 16.8 | 9.41 | 13.07 | — |
| 2014 | 15 | 27 | 19 | 15.68 | 8.71 | 12.38 | — |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Engine code | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | hatchback | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2025 | hatchback | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2024 | hatchback | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2023 | hatchback | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2022 | hatchback | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | — | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2021 | hatchback | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | — | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2018 | hatchback | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | 4.0T | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 560-605 hp | 516-553 lb-ft | 4.0T |
| 2017 | hatchback | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2016 | hatchback | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2015 | hatchback | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2014 | hatchback | 8 | 4.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | pricing | Trim | Base price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | Trim: quattro Prestige | quattro Prestige | — | — |
| 2021 | Base price: $100,000, Trim: quattro, Note: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | quattro | $100,000 | HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player |
| 2018 | Base price: $114,875, Trim: quattro | quattro | $114,875 | — |
| 2017 | Trim: quattro Prestige, quattro Performance Prestige | quattro Prestige, quattro Performance Prestige | — | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | GVWR | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Standard | 2 | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Standard | — | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Standard | — | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | 529 | 18.7 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Standard | 2 | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 4 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 115.3, Front wheel: 21, Rear wheel: 21 | Standard | 2 | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 115.3 | 21 | 21 |
| 2018 | 4 | 4 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 114.8, Front wheel: 21, Rear wheel: 21 | Standard | 2 | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 114.8 | 21 | 21 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 114.8 | Standard | 2 | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 114.8 | — | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | — | — | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | 4 | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | — | — | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | 4 | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | — | — | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | nhtsaSafetyRatings | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | Rated vehicle | adaptiveCruiseControl | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | laneCenteringAssist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | Rated vehicle: 2024 Audi RS 7 4 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | 2024 Audi RS 7 4 DR AWD | optional | standard | standard | optional | standard | — | — |
| 2023 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | — | optional | standard | optional | optional | optional | optional | — |
| 2022 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | optional | — | optional | — | standard | — | — |
| 2021 | Rated vehicle: 2021 Audi RS 7 4 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | 2021 Audi RS 7 4 DR AWD | optional | standard | optional | — | optional | — | optional |
| 2018 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | — | standard | standard | optional | standard | — | optional | — | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | standard | — | optional | standard | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Audi RS 7 offers potent performance, but its 'Below Average' reliability verdict and 112 TSBs warrant a cautious approach for used buyers.
2025
The 2025 Audi RS 7 is a potent performance car, but its 'Below Average' reliability verdict and high TSB count warrant careful consideration for used buyers.
2024
The 2024 Audi RS 7 presents a compelling performance package, but its 'Below Average' reliability verdict warrants careful consideration for used buyers.
2023
The 2023 Audi RS 7 presents a compelling performance package, but its reliability is rated average, warranting careful pre-purchase inspection.
2022
The 2022 Audi RS 7 presents a compelling performance package, but used buyers should proceed with caution.
2021
The 2021 Audi RS 7 presents a compelling performance package with significant ownership risks.
2018
The 2018 Audi RS 7 offers potent performance but requires careful consideration due to its 'Below Average' reliability rating.
2017
The 2017 Audi RS 7 presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2016
The 2016 Audi RS 7 offers blistering performance but demands careful consideration due to its reliability record.
2015
The 2015 Audi RS 7 presents a compelling performance package, but its below-average reliability verdict demands caution for used buyers.
2014
The 2014 Audi RS 7 is a performance sedan with a below-average reliability rating, primarily due to a critical turbocharger oil strainer issue that can lead to engine failure.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Audi RS 7?
Carfocal currently has 11 published RS 7 reports, covering 2014 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Audi RS 7 offers potent performance, but its 'Below Average' reliability verdict and 112 TSBs warrant a cautious approach for used buyers.
Published year coverage: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Audi RS 7 reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Audi RS 7. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 audi rs 7 offers potent performance, but its 'below average' reliability verdict and 112 tsbs warrant a cautious approach for used buyers. and the 2026 audi rs 7's value proposition hinges on its performance appeal versus its documented reliability concerns. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
11 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Audi RS 7?
Across Carfocal's published RS 7 guides, recurring problem areas include Turbocharger, Air Suspension Strut, and PCV Valve. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Turbocharger, Air Suspension Strut, and PCV Valve.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 11
- Years tracked
- 11
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints