Which is the most popular engine in the Audi A7?

The diesel engines have been by far the most popular options with the Audi A7. Specifically the 3.0-litre TDI V6 is the most popular, because of its outstanding performance yet fantastic fuel economy of 50mpg+.

Which are the most popular model variants?

New A7 models are available in several variants, including Sport, S Line and Black Edition. The S Line and Black Edition have been among the favourites with their upgraded equipment. A newer S Line comes with privacy glass and 20-inch wheels, while the Black Edition adds a sport contour leather-wrapped steering wheel.

What optional extras should I look out for?

Customers should look out for the available Technology Package that bundles the 360° camera with a premium Bang & Olufsen sound system. It also comes with a multi-coloured LED interior lighting pack, a head-up display and a remote parking assistant.

Is the Audi A7 a good family car?

Yes, the Audi A7 is a spacious car that can carry up to five adults. The boot space is also large, more than the BMW 8 Series Gran Coupé and Mercedes-Benz CLS.

Is there a hybrid version of the Audi A7?

There has been a plug-in hybrid A7 available, known as the 55 TFSI e. This powertrain offers 355bhp for a 0-60mph time of 5.5 seconds. When charged, it allows up to 25 miles of electric-only driving before transitioning to electric power.

Is the Audi A7 available as an automatic?

The Audi A7 has only been built with an automatic transmission. Audi has never offered a manual gearbox with the A7.

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

Yes, Audi has provided both front- and four-wheel drive A7 models. The four-wheel drive system, known as quattro, is much more popular than the front-wheel drive configuration, so it is much easier to find among used examples.

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Audi A72016 - 3.0 TDI Ultra S Line 5dr S Tronic

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£13,495

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109.0K
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Automatic
Hatchback

VW Audi Auto Sales

02890026940 *

Audi A72014 (14) - 3.0 TDI Quattro Black Ed 5dr S Tronic [5 Seat]

Low Mileage

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

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87.0K
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Hatchback

DMC

01412601329 *

0/5 Stars

Audi A72014 (14) - 5-Door

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£13,850

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45.0K
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CODA AUTOS LTD

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Audi A72019 (68) - 3.0 TDI V6 50 S line Sportback Tiptronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£19,499

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110.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

AL PRESTIGE CARS LTD

02380017157 *

0/5 Stars

Audi A72022 (72) - 2.0 TDI 40 Sport Edition Sportback 5dr Diesel S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s)

£29,327

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38.5K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Prestige Cars Kent

01689669471 *

4.6/5 Stars

Audi A72024 (24) - 40 TDI Quattro Black Edition 5dr S Tronic

£42,750

2L
10.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Coventry Audi

02475187142 *

4.6/5 Stars

Audi A72025 - 40 TDI Quattro S Line 5dr S Tronic

£46,950

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Diesel
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Hatchback

Halesowen Audi

01217288675 *

4.1/5 Stars

Audi A7(14) - 3.0 TDI V6 Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

134.4K
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Diesel
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Not Supplied

The Drivers Gallery Ltd

01572491189 *

0/5 Stars

Audi A72013 (63) - 3.0 BiTDI V6 Black Edition Sportback Tiptronic quattro Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

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£16,995

Finance available £357 pm

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47.1K
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Blackline Motors Ltd

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Audi A72012 (12) - 3.0 TDI Quattro S Line 5dr S Tronic

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£10,988

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3L
66.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

BJH Motors & Sons (Rainbow Hill)

01905676573 *

3.9/5 Stars

Audi A72016 - 3.0 TDI Quattro 272 S Line 5dr S Tronic

£15,495

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3L
76.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

EC Motors

02890021215 *

Audi A72018 - 45 TDI 245 Quattro Sport 5dr S Tronic

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£22,990

3L
50.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Oldham Audi

01613887651 *

4.1/5 Stars

Audi A72019 - TDI S line 5-Door

£20,495

Finance available £451 pm

2L
85.0K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Station Ltd

01992367374 *

4.3/5 Stars

Audi A72017 (17) - 3.0 TDI Quattro 272 Black Edition 5dr S Tronic

£16,490

Finance available £346 pm

3L
83.0K
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Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

AUTOPRESTIGE

01274087615 *

4.1/5 Stars

Audi A72012 - 3.0 TDI V6 S line Sportback 5dr Diesel Multitronic Euro 5 (s/s) (204 ps)

£7,242

3L
108.8K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

Audi A72016 (16) - 3.0 TDI V6 ultra S line Sportback 5dr Diesel S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) (218 ps)

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£15,495

Finance available £324 pm

3L
60.0K
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Hatchback

SG MOTORHOUSE LTD

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Audi A72014 (14) - 3.0 TDI V6 S line Sportback Multitronic Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£9,499

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105.8K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

AL PRESTIGE CARS LTD

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Audi A72019 - 50 TDI Quattro S Line 5dr Tip Auto

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£26,995

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O'Loughlin Brothers

02879440950 *

Audi A72016 (65) - 3.0 TDI V6 Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,495

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BEN HARRISON AUTOMOTIVE LTD

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Audi A72025 (25) - 40 TDI Quattro S Line 5dr S Tronic

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Diesel
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Birmingham Audi

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4.5/5 Stars

Why buy a used Audi A7?

If you're in the market for a car that's practical, stylish and luxurious, then a used Audi A7 is a great choice. This executive hatchback has world-class interior and a sleek, sporty appearance. Its upmarket cabin is filled with high-tech equipment, while Audi ensures that the powertrain lineup continues to balance powerful performance with superb efficiency.

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Pros

Premium interior
Excellent build quality
Good range of engines

Cons

Rivals more exciting to drive
Poor rear seat headroom
Only 4 seats

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Used Audi A7 buying guide

Engines and transmissions

Audi has built the A7 with petrol, hybrid and diesel engines, a variety of automatic transmissions, and either front- or four-wheel drive, known as quattro.

Petrol

45 TFSI generates either 241bhp or 261bhp for a 6.0-second 0-60mph time, rated at up to 36mpg, depending on the variant.
Plug-in 50 TFSI generates 294bhp for a 6.1-second 0-60mph time and up to 40 miles of electric-only driving.
Plug-in hybrid 55 TFSI e offers 361bhp, reducing the 0-60mph time to 5.5 seconds and allowing up to 25 miles of electric-only driving per charge.
Hybrid 55 TFSI generates 335bhp, reaches 60mph in 5.1 seconds and has a fuel economy rating of 33.2mpg.

Diesel

40 TDI outputs 201bhp for a 6.8-second 0-60mph time and an efficiency rating of up to 49.7mpg, depending on the variant.
Older 3.0-litre TDI engines had various outputs between 227bhp and 344bhp, with fuel economy between 35.8mpg and 39.8mpg.

A diesel-electric mild hybrid was also previously available that produced 281bhp from a 3.0-litre engine and achieved 39.8mpg.

Practicality

The Audi A7 is a practical executive model, designed to offer passengers a comfortable experience while providing top tech features.

Interior space

Front seats can have electric adjustments, heating and lumbar support for a more enjoyable drive.
Three people fit comfortably in the rear seat, with taller people having more room in the outer seats.
ISOFIX mounting points for child seats can be easily accessed through the wide-opening rear doors.

Boot space

535-litre boot is much bigger than the BMW 8 Series Gran Coupé and slightly larger than the Mercedes-Benz CLS.
40:20:40 split rear seats allow for carrying rear passengers and longer luggage items.
With all of the rear seats down, the boot capacity expands to 1,390 litres.

Safety

2018 Euro NCAP rating was a perfect five stars.
93% given for adult occupant, with child occupant at 85%.
Standard kit includes 10 airbags, seat-belt monitoring and pre-sense emergency mitigation technology.

Technology

10.1-inch infotainment display gives access to Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
8.6-inch display sits below the infotainment screen and is used for heating and ventilation.
12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit display can show speed and other pertinent data, as well as satnav directions.
10-speaker sound system is sufficient, but there's also an available Bang & Olufsen premium system with 16 or 19 speakers attached.

Different generations of used Audi A7

To compete against the Mercedes-Benz CLS, Audi took the Sportback Concept and turned it into the A7 in 2010. It came with a longer and sleeker body than the A6, but shared a lot of the same design features. Now in its second generation, Audi continues to update the lineup's technology and exterior to ensure that it remains competitive and relevant for today's buyers.

Second Generation (2018 to Present)

With the release of the second generation, Audi made sure that the main design elements of the A7 were carried over, but with some important enhancements. The goal was to improve the look of the A7 with more pronounced contours as well as improve its driving dynamics.

Carrying over the digitalisation from the A8 models, the A7 received upgraded technology. Frameless windows were also carried over, ensuring that the Sportback retained its sleek fastback appearance.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
Engine Size:: 2 - 3
MPG:: 29 - 235
Acceleration:: 5.1 - 8.3 seconds
Boot space:: 380 - 535 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
50 TFSI e 17.9kWh Quattro Sport 5dr S Tronic
Cheapest
40 TDI Sport 5dr S Tronic
Fastest
S7 TDI Quattro S 5dr Tip Auto

First Generation (2010 to 2018)

The A7 was built to stand out in the luxury car market, with the styling features of an estate wagon, saloon and coupé wrapped into one package. From the front, the A7 had a large single-frame grille, similar to that found on the A8. From the side, the sloping roofline stood out and a retractable rear spoiler gave it a sporty look.

In 2014, a refresh was offered with more striking changes to the bumper and grille, while Matrix LED headlights became available. Unique indicator lights were also added, while the taillights received a redesign.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Petrol
Engine Size:: 2.8 - 4
MPG:: 29 - 62
Acceleration:: 4.6 - 8.3 seconds
Boot space:: 535 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
3.0T FSI Quattro S Line 5dr S Tronic
Cheapest
3.0 TDI 5dr Multitronic
Fastest
S7 TFSI Quattro 5dr S Tronic

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