Used 2016 Audi RS 7 Performance Prestige for sale 

The Audi RS7 is available in two different trims which sport a similar feature set but are distinguished from one another by virtue of their power and torque outputs. Priced at $108,900 for its base variant, the Audi RS7 houses features like optional adaptive cruise control, rear parking aid, keyless start, and a power liftgate.

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Both trims of the Audi RS7 are virtually similar in the number and type of features they host. While the buying decision is dependent on the engine performance, we recommend buying the base variant, Prestige, to get a higher price to performance ratio and more value for your money.

The Audi RS7 is available in two different trims each of which makes use of a standard twin-turbo 4.0L V8 engine; however, they are distinctly tuned. The base variant, Prestige, is good for 560 hp of engine power and 516lb.-ft of torque. It can race from a still to the 60 MPH mark in 3.4 seconds, making it the fastest car in the segment. In the quarter-mile run as well, the RS7 performs consistently clocking 11.6 seconds, and records a top speed of 174 MPH.

The higher variant, the Performance Prestige, is capable of producing 605 horses of power and 516lb.-ft of torque. Both variants are channeled with an all-wheel-drivetrain and come connected to an 8-speed Tiptronic shiftable automatic transmission. The engine of the Audi RS7 scores highly when reliability is considered and is versatile enough to be driven on daily basis.

In comparison, all three cars make use of a V8 engine setup. The BMW M6 is distinct and comes channeled as a rear-wheel-drive variant. The Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG S is the most powerful engine in terms of power and torque output; however, that does not translate into class-leading performance. In the acceleration test to the 60 MPH mark, the CLS 63 AMG clocks 3.7 seconds, while the M6 coupe manages a similar feat in 3.8 seconds. In the quarter-mile run, both cars are similarly matched taking 11.9 seconds.

For a car curated to deliver high performance, the Audi RS7 performs seemingly well. It is capable of averaging individual mileages of 15 and 25 MPG in the city and on the highway respectively. Combined, it manages 18 miles per gallon of fuel, making it the most fuel-efficient car in the segment. However, it does feature the smallest fuel tank in the segment that has a total capacity of 19.8 gallons. Consequently, it covers 297 miles when cruising in the city and 495 miles when sprinting on the highway.

In comparison, the Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG S manages similar fuel efficiency as the Audi RS7, while the BMW M6 Coupe is the least-efficient car in the segment averaging a combined mileage of 16 MPG. Additionally, both cars feature a similarly sized fuel tank having a total capacity of 21.1 gallons. In terms of range and distance covered in a single fuel stop, all three cars perform rather competitively.

The Audi RS7 vaunts an opulent, practical, and coveted cabin build. It leaves you grinning from one ear to the other with its extensive list of features and capacious feel. Its practical specifications like a digital and analog gauge cluster, rear ventilation ducts, and ample storage space add usability in the cabin making it appropriate for everyday drives. The retractable display screen, a heads-up display, and RS7 badging on seats and steering wheel give the cabin a quirky aura, while the use of a leather-wrapped steering wheel and wooden accents ensures that plushness remains intact.

The ride quality on the Audi RS7 is comfortable and well-heeled. Even during high-speed cornering, the Audi maintains its character and causes little disturbances to the occupant. The seats are supremely comfortable and are suitable even for long drives and road trips. There is ample head-, shoulder-, and legroom for front-seat passengers while the rear-seat passengers may long for an extra bit of roof height which is sloping. Perhaps, the Audi RS7’s biggest advantage is its humungous trunk that puts it in a domineering position when compared with the competitors. Its trunk volume of 24.5 cubic feet is enough to have you covered on a long weekend trip.

While the seating capacity with all three cars is the same, the passenger space available with the front and rear seats differs. While upfront all occupants would be gleaming with the amount of space at their disposal, the rear seat passengers in the CLS 63 AMG S and M6 Coupe would want to escape from the clutches of restrained legroom.

Some standout interior features of the Audi RS7 include:

• Heated Mirrors
• Electrochromic Rearview Mirror
• Steering Wheel Controls
• Heated Front Seats
• Keyless Ignition
• Memory Seats

How intuitive is the 2016 RS7’s infotainment system?

The RS7’s infotainment system is one of its strongest suits and with a large number of updates it gets with the current iteration, it feels even more interesting and easy to use. The infotainment system on offer features a retractable 8-inch display screen that gets connected to Audi’s flagship Multimedia Interface system that allows for Bluetooth and audio connectivity.

As standard, it comes equipped with an AM/FM stereo, HD Radio, CD Player, and satellite radio. It features a Bose premium sound system which is the best-in-the-class and delivers as per expectations. The display screen that the RS7 comes equipped with also doubles up to support the rearview camera and navigation system. Some other salient infotainment specifications include:

• USB Connection
• 14-Speaker Bose Sound System
• Auxiliary Audio Input
• Speed-Sensitive Volume Control
• Smart Device Integration
• WiFi Hotspot

The major updates that come with the latest iteration of the Audi RS7 are the minor cosmetic updates that make the car look even sportier, robust, and dynamic. The revised head and tail lights are the center of attraction and garner a lot of attention, for they now look striking and unique. The front grille with the RS7 badging is imposing while the use of chrome stripes and embellishments throughout the body make it opulent and plush. But what does look aesthetically pleasing is ho the roofline tapers continuously to meet seamlessly with the taillights.

The Audi RS7 weighs a mammoth 4497 lbs. It is 197.3 inches long, 75.2 inches wide, and 55.9 inches tall making it the widest and tallest car in the segment. While its ground clearance is not known, the RS7 sports the longest wheelbase in the segment of 114.8 inches.

In comparison, the BMW M6 is the heaviest car in the segment, while the Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG is the lightest weighing 4515 and 4420 lbs respectively. The CLS 63 AMG is also the longest car in the segment and sports a wheelbase of 113.2 inches. While the ground clearances are not known, the M6’s wheelbase of 112.2 inches is the shortest in the segment.

Some salient exterior features include:

• Rear Spoiler
• Sun/Moonroof
• RS7 Dynamic Package
• 20-inch Tires
• Alloy Wheels
• Body-Color Mirrors

While the Audi RS7 does prioritize performance, it does not sideline safety in the process. The sports hatchback makes use of a 4-wheel disc brakes system that bestow upon the vehicle a halting distance of 108 feet, which is exceptionally well. What really speaks volumes about its dependability and reliability is its long list of active and passive safety features like driver and passenger airbags, electronic stability control, and traction control. Other hi-tech safety specifications include a blind-spot monitor, cross-traffic alert, and an optional lane-keeping assist system. Some other safety features include:

• Daytime Running Lights
• Post-Collision Safety System
• Optional Night Vision
• Child Seat Anchors
• Tire-Pressure Monitoring System
• Anti-Theft Alarm System

The Audi RS7 has not been on the market for long, but it has been finely-drawn to compete head-on with the stalwarts in the segment. Its powerful engine options do just to its sportscar claim while upholding high levels of fuel efficiency, luxury, and pragmatism. In the segment, it also gains ascendancy over its competitors with its well-structured cabin and distinctive design. There is no doubting its safety and infotainment specifications, for they are supremely efficient in their working. Keeping all factors in mind, the Audi RS7 has become a standard of the segment, and considering it does excel in each aspect, we find no reason to veto it.