2023 Audi S7 Sedan

　　

2023 Audi S7 Review

byMark TakahashiCorrespondent

　　Mark Takahashi has worked in the automotive industry since 2001. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Mark has also contributed to Motor Trend, Auto Aficionado, Chevy High Performance and several motorcycle magazines in various roles. Mark is also a juror on the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards and can be seen regularly on the zzdcar YouTube channel and sometimes representing the company in media interviews.

　　The 2023 Audi S7 is the midrange model, sitting above the mainstream A7 and below top-tier RS 7, both in terms of price and performance. For spirited drivers, the S7 represents an optimal middle ground with its 444-horsepower engine and $80K-plus price tag, compared to the 335-hp A7 and 591-hp RS 7.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 Audi S7 Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$213/mo  for S7 Premium

　　S7 Premium

　　Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) - $83,500 MSRPPremium Plus 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) - $87,700 MSRPPrestige 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) (Most Popular) - $91,500 MSRP

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　　$198/mo

　　Avg. Large Car

　　As a midsize four-door hatchback, the S7 is a bit of an oddity with very few direct rivals. The discontinuation of the Mercedes-Benz CLS means it has one fewer model to compete with. The BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe is the most direct competitor and is similarly engaging to drive, though its cargo capacity is quite a bit smaller. If you have a more generous budget and a greater appetite for performance, the related Porsche Panamera is as good as it gets.

　　That leaves the Audi S7 as the most well-rounded choice in this limited group, and for 2024 there's added enticement. A more affordable base Premium trim just joined the lineup and the higher trims benefit from additional standard equipment. A new electric turbo assist feature also helps sharpen engine response.

　　We're confident you'll agree the 2023 Audi S7 is a solid pick among midsize luxury sedans, while its hatchback design (and expanded cargo flexibility) means it's also an intriguing and sportier alternative to luxury SUVs. While it occupies a favorable middle ground, the S7 is anything but middling.

　　

Which S7 does zzdcar recommend?

We recommend stepping up to the midtier Premium Plus trim. For a reasonable price increase from the base model, you get several key technology and safety features that come with the Convenience package as well as a handful of luxury touches included with the upgraded trim level.

　　

Audi S7 models

The 2023 Audi S7 is a four-door hatchback with seating for five. It comes standard with a turbocharged 2.9-liter V6 paired with a 48-volt hybrid system (444 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque). A shiftable eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive are included. It is available in three trim levels: Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige.

　　Premium

　　The base trim comes well equipped with:

　　21-inch wheels and summer performance tires Matrix-design LED headlights Heated, power-folding mirrors Adaptive air suspension (can raise or lower the ride height of the vehicle and adjust to enhance ride comfort and handling) Sunroof Power liftgate Heated steering wheel Digital instrument panel Four-zone automatic climate control Power-adjustable steering wheel Leather upholstery Driver's seat memory settings Heated front sport seats Dual touchscreen infotainment system with 10.1-inch upper screen and 8.6-inch lower screen Navigation system Wi-Fi hotspot Satellite radio Apple CarPlay (with wireless connectivity) and Android Auto smartphone integration The S7 also has a suite of useful driver aids, such as:

　　Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios) Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane) Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking) Automatic high beams Convenience package

　　This optional add-on adds a handful of safety and tech features that include:

　　Wireless charging pad with a signal booster Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Audi and the car in front) Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse) 360-degree camera system (gives you a top-down view of the S7 and its surroundings for tight parking situations) Premium Plus

　　Stepping up to this midtier trim adds the Convenience package along with:

　　Heated rear seats Additional interior leather coverings Interior ambient lighting Bang & Olufsen premium audio system Prestige

　　On top of the Premium Plus content, the Prestige adds:

　　Laser headlights Sound-insulated double-pane windows Soft-close doors Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line onto the windshield) Remote parking system Traffic sign reader Bundled options for the S7 include several appearance packages as well as:

　　S Sport package All-wheel steering Sport exhaust Sport rear differential Luxury package Passenger-seat memory settings Ventilated and massaging front seats Upgraded leather upholstery You can also add a handful of stand-alone options such as:

　　Adaptive steel suspension (sport-tuned; removes the air suspension) 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen surround-sound system Night vision camera (displays an infrared image of the area in front of the vehicle to assist while driving at night)

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