Audi stuck to its traditional recipe for the A7 Sportback, which isn't a bad thing at all. The minimalist design still manages to turn heads and the Audi exudes class from every inch of metal. The front end is home to a wide grille with slim, geometric LED headlights on either side. Following the sloped roof to the futuristic rear end culminates in LED taillights that are joined by a thin light band that stretches across the tailgate. All trims come standard with a set of 20-inch wheels but a new 21-inch five-arm V-design alloy wheel can be specified in conjunction with the S line package. All models get a panoramic sunroof. Notably, plug-in hybrid models come standard with S line bumpers, fender badges, and stainless steel door sill inlays, which differentiates them from gas models.
The Audi A7 Sportback is slightly smaller than both the Panamera, but the CLS-Class is slightly longer and narrower in terms of dimensions. It has a length of 195.6 inches and a 115.2-inch wheelbase, which means it's still quite large compared to the average car on the road. Its hunkered-down appearance is attributable to its width of 83.4 inches including mirrors and its 56-inch height - plug-in derivatives are a fraction lower at 55.9 inches. The optional sport suspension drops the height by a further 0.79 in. Standard variants have a curb weight of 4,332 pounds, while plug-in hybrids weigh 4,773 lbs.
Audi A7 Sportback Trims | Premium 55 TFSI quattro | Prestige 55 TFSI quattro | Premium Plus 55 TFSI quattro | Premium Plus 55TFSI e quattro | Prestige 55 TFSI e quattro |
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Max Width | 75.1 in. | 75.1 in. | 75.1 in. | 75.1 in. | 75.1 in. |
Length | 195.6 in. | 195.6 in. | 195.6 in. | 195.9 in. | 195.9 in. |
Height | 56 in. | 56 in. | 56 in. | 55.9 in. | 55.9 in. |
Wheelbase | 115.2 in. | 115.2 in. | 115.2 in. | 115.2 in. | 115.2 in. |
Audi A7 Sportback Trims | Curb Weight |
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Premium 55 TFSI quattro | 4,332 lbs. |
Prestige 55 TFSI quattro | 4,332 lbs. |
Premium Plus 55 TFSI quattro | 4,332 lbs. |
Premium Plus 55TFSI e quattro | 4,773 lbs. |
Prestige 55 TFSI e quattro | 4,773 lbs. |
Front Tire | P255/40HR20 |
Rear Tire | P255/40HR20 |
Spare Tire | Compact |
Wheels Type | Aluminum Wheels |
Front Wheel Size | 20" x 8.5" |
Rear Wheel Size | 20" x 8.5" |
Audi makes a host of exterior hues available for the A7, two of which are standard. Brilliant Black and Ibis White are the two colors available at no extra cost, and buyers have a choice of six additional shades on the Premium and nine on the two upper trims. Besides the standard colors, the Premium also has access to a range of metallics at $595 each; these are Firmament Blue, Florett Silver, Glacier White, Mythos Black, Manhattan Gray, and Chronos Gray, the latter two being new colors. Premium Plus and Prestige trims additionally gain access to Tango Red, Ultra Blue, and Daytona Gray pearl, the latter two being new colors. The hybrids have access to all the hues except Ibis White and Manhattan Gray. If none of these tickle your fancy, you can opt for one of Audi's many exclusive special paint colors for $3,900. Avalon Green, Carat Beige, Soho Brown, Typhoon Gray, and Triton Blue have all been dropped for 2022.