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Audi RS7

2024 RS7 Performance: 621 hp and 25 cubic feet behind the hatch.1

Researched November 9, 2026 from 42 sources

At a glance

0400800
552–621 hpPower
0510
3.4–3.9 s0–100 km/h
0175350
250–305 km/hTop speed
05001,000
700–850 N·mTorque
01,2502,500
1,920–2,212 kgWeight

The coral arc spans the family, from its mildest version to its wildest.24121415

Engine
4.0 L twin-turbo V8, cylinder deactivation; 48-volt mild hybrid from 20192612
Layout
Front-engine, permanent quattro all-wheel drive12131415
Gearbox
Eight-speed ZF Tiptronic automatic121617

The story

Created as a practical four-door liftback with RS6-shared V8 power, the RS7 arrived in 2013. Its second generation debuted in 2019 with a wider body, 48-volt mild-hybrid technology, and five-seat availability.123

2013: Detroit debut, then a 2014 model20132014: Matrix LEDs join the options list20142018: First-generation production ends20182019: Second generation debuts at Frankfurt20192020: Summer arrival planned for the U.S.20202022: Performance: 850 Nm, less insulation20222023: 50 Bronze Editions for the U.S.20232025: UK sales end in 20252025 Audi 100 Coupé S: 1969–1976Audi RS6 (C5) (C5): 2002–2004C5Audi RS6 (C6) (C6): 2007–2010C6Audi Sportback Concept: 2009Audi A7 Sportback (C7 (4G)): 2010–2018C7 (4G)Audi RS7 Sportback (first generation) (4G): 2013–20184GAudi RS7 Sportback (second generation): 2019– 197019801990200020102020
GenerationsBefore and afterMilestones23410222324
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YearWhat happened
1969–1976Audi 100 Coupé S
2002–2004Audi RS6 (C5) (C5)
2007–2010Audi RS6 (C6) (C6)
2009Audi Sportback Concept
2010–2018Audi A7 Sportback (C7 (4G))
2013–2018Audi RS7 Sportback (first generation) (4G)
2019–Audi RS7 Sportback (second generation)
2013Detroit debut, then a 2014 model
2014Matrix LEDs join the options list
2018First-generation production ends
2019Second generation debuts at Frankfurt
2020Summer arrival planned for the U.S.
2022Performance: 850 Nm, less insulation
202350 Bronze Editions for the U.S.
2025UK sales end in 2025
  1. 2013

    Detroit debut, then a 2014 model

    The RS7 debuts in Detroit as the A7's RS model; the 2014 launch specification brings a 560-hp twin-turbo V8 and an eight-speed automatic.45

  2. 2014

    Matrix LEDs join the options list

    A sharper grille and new taillights arrive with optional darkened Matrix LEDs and Nvidia-powered MMI; the twin-turbo V8 remains at 560 hp.6

  3. 2018

    First-generation production ends

    The first RS7's production run closes in 2018, five years after its 2013 debut.24

  4. 2019

    Second generation debuts at Frankfurt

    Air springs or diagonally linked Dynamic Ride Control dampers join optional ceramic brakes. European deliveries are planned for late 2019.37

  5. 2020

    Summer arrival planned for the U.S.

    The new RS7 is scheduled for summer 2020 with a 591-hp twin-turbo V8, an eight-speed automatic, and quattro all-wheel drive.7

  6. 2022

    Performance: 850 Nm, less insulation

    Larger turbos at 2.6 bar bring 850 Nm; the Performance loses 8 kg through reduced insulation and makes all-wheel steering and the sport differential standard.28

  7. 2023

    50 Bronze Editions for the U.S.

    The Performance-based Bronze edition pairs Sebring Black paint with gold 22-inch wheels, bronze cabin stitching, and Dynamic Ride Control.9

  8. 2025

    UK sales end in 2025

    The second-generation RS7 leaves the UK market after arriving there in 2019; the final range consists entirely of Performance versions.1011

Every generation

  • Audi 100 Coupé S
    Audi 100 Coupé S1969–1976
  • Audi RS6 (C5)
    C52002–2004
  • Audi RS6 (C6)
    C62007–2010
  • Audi Sportback Concept
    Audi Sportback Concept2009
  • Audi A7 Sportback
    C7 (4G)2010–2018
  • Audi RS7 Sportback (first generation)
    4G2013–2018
  • Audi RS7 Sportback (second generation)
    Audi RS7 Sportback (second generation)2019–

Power over the years

From 552 hp to 621 hp in 9 years.

0200400600800 2012201420162018202020222024 hp 2013 · 552 hp · RS7 debut2016 · 605 hp · 2016 RS7 Performance2019 · 592 hp · Second-generation RS72022 · 621 hp · Second-generation Performance2024 · 621 hp · 2024 RS7 Performance 621 hp Second-generation Performance 552 hp RS7 debut
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YearHorsepowerModel
2013552RS7 debut
20166052016 RS7 Performance
2019592Second-generation RS7
2022621Second-generation Performance
20246212024 RS7 Performance

Versions

9 versions worth knowing, with their power.

  • Standard

    RS7 (first generation)

    2013–2018

    560 hp

  • Standard

    RS7 Sportback (second generation)

    592 hp

  • Standard

    RS7 Carbon Black

    592 hp

  • Standard

    RS7 Vorsprung

    592 hp

  • Performance

    RS7 Sportback Performance

    2023–2025 (UK)

    621 hp

  • Limited

    RS7 Launch Edition

    592 hp

  • Limited

    ABT RS7 Legacy Edition

    750 hp

  • Limited

    RS7 Performance Bronze Edition

    621 hp

  • Limited

    RS7 Exclusive Edition

    2022

    591 hp

How to spot one

Look for

  • First generation: fastback body with narrow, pinched side windows.213
  • Second generation: a light bar links the main rear lamps.3

Year by year

  1. 2014 facelift

    Sharper-edged grille, reshaped front bumper inlets and revised LED headlights; darkened Matrix LEDs were optional.6

  2. 2014 facelift

    New taillight design; inside, the instrument cluster, vent controls, shift paddles and quattro dash emblem were revised.6

  3. 2019 second generation

    Flared wheel arches and a wider body distinguish the successor; a light strip links the rear lamps.3

  4. 2019 second generation

    Two central screens and digital instruments mark the new cabin; a three-seat rear bench joins the two-seat option.23

Don’t confuse it with

  • Audi A7 Sportback

    The second-generation RS7 is wider, with flared arches, a black honeycomb grille and a large oval exhaust on each side.3

Against its rivals

  • BMW M6 Gran Coupe (2014)

    RS7 vs BMW M6 Gran Coupe (2014)

    Quarter-mile lower is better

    RS711.6 s
    BMW M6 Gran Coupe (2014)11.7 s
    5
  • Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG S (2014)

    RS7 vs Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG S (2014)

    Base price lower is better

    RS7$105,795
    Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG S (2014)$107,425
    5
  • BMW M8 Competition Gran Coupe (2020)

    RS7 vs BMW M8 Competition Gran Coupe (2020)

    Price as tested lower is better

    RS7$137,540
    BMW M8 Competition Gran Coupe (2020)$167,245
    25
  • Mercedes-AMG GT63 S (2021)

    RS7 vs Mercedes-AMG GT63 S (2021)

    Quarter-mile lower is better

    RS711.3 s
    Mercedes-AMG GT63 S (2021)10.7 s
    25

Prices

Value today $38.0K–$80.0K3233

Price when newAuction saleValue today
$0$50K$100K$150K$200K 20142016201820202022202420262028 Value today: $38,000–$80,000 2014 · $105,795 · US base2016 · $129,925 · US base, Performance2017 · $111,650 · US base2017 · $130,450 · US base, Performance2021 · $115,045 · US base2022 · $119,595 · US base2022 · $166,495 · US Exclusive Edition2024 · $128,895 · US base, Performance, incl. delivery2025 · $131,195 · US base, Performance 2014 · $105,795 · US base price, 2014 model year 2024 · $65,500 · 2016 Performance, Goodwood Green, 16k miles, BaT2025 · $30,750 · 2014 RS7, 58k miles, BaT2025 · $83,000 · 2022 RS7, 21k miles, BaT2025 · $120,000 · 2024 RS7 Performance Bronze Edition, 4,300 miles, BaT2026 · $38,000 · 2015 RS7, modified, 33k miles, BaT2026 · $62,500 · 2018 Performance, Ascari Blue, 42k miles, BaT2026 · $80,000 · 2021 RS7, Audi Exclusive, 11k miles, BaT2026 · $60,000 · 2016 RS7 Alpine Green, 39k miles, BaT2026 · $90,000 · 2021 RS7, 8k miles, BaT2026 · $58,500 · 2017 RS7 Performance, 20k miles, BaT2026 · $102,000 · 2024 RS7 Performance, 6k miles, BaT $120.0K BaT, 2025
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YearPriceAmountDetail
2014Launch price$105,795US base price, 2014 model year
2014Price when new$105,795US base
2016Price when new$129,925US base, Performance
2017Price when new$111,650US base
2017Price when new$130,450US base, Performance
2021Price when new$115,045US base
2022Price when new$119,595US base
2022Price when new$166,495US Exclusive Edition
2024Price when new$128,895US base, Performance, incl. delivery
2025Price when new$131,195US base, Performance
2024Auction sale$65,5002016 Performance, Goodwood Green, 16k miles, BaT
2025Auction sale$30,7502014 RS7, 58k miles, BaT
2025Auction sale$83,0002022 RS7, 21k miles, BaT
2025Auction sale$120,0002024 RS7 Performance Bronze Edition, 4,300 miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$38,0002015 RS7, modified, 33k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$62,5002018 Performance, Ascari Blue, 42k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$80,0002021 RS7, Audi Exclusive, 11k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$60,0002016 RS7 Alpine Green, 39k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$90,0002021 RS7, 8k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$58,5002017 RS7 Performance, 20k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$102,0002024 RS7 Performance, 6k miles, BaT
2026Value today$38,000–$80,000

The rest of the story is in the app

The full file tells why each version matters, the legend behind the car and what to check before buying one.

  • Versions

    • Why each of the 9 versions matters

  • Legend

    • 14 stories from its legend
    • “Faster than an R8 through VIR's esses”
    • “Agent 47's RS7”

  • Generations

    • The story of each of the 7 generations

  • Market

    • 6 things to check before buying one
    • Where prices are heading, and why
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Every fact on this page links to the source it rests on.

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