RS7 mK1

The Audi RS7 Mk1 features twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter TFSI V8 engine producing 560 horsepower (412 kW) at standard specification with 516 pound-feet (700 Newton-meters) torque or 605 horsepower (445 kW) with 553 pound-feet (750 Newton-meters) in Performance variant through eight-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission and Quattro torque-vectoring all-wheel-drive achieving 3.7-3.9-second 0-60 mph acceleration and 190-mph (305-kilometer-per-hour) top speed with optional dynamic package. The performance liftback incorporates adaptive air suspension with multiple ride height settings, carbon-ceramic braking system optional, rear-wheel steering on later models, active rear differential distributing torque between individual rear wheels, cylinder deactivation technology, and distinctive fastback roofline combining coupe styling with four-door practicality maintaining Audi Sportback design language.

RS7 C7 generation launched 2013 represents Audi flagship performance liftback combining supercar acceleration with executive sedan practicality competing against BMW M6 Gran Coupe and Mercedes-AMG CLS 63 featuring sophisticated Quattro all-wheel-drive system delivering superior traction versus rear-wheel-drive competitors with comprehensive technology including Virtual Cockpit digital instrumentation, advanced driver assistance systems, and luxurious interior appointments featuring Valcona leather and carbon fiber trim creating compelling proposition for buyers seeking ultimate grand touring performance with everyday usability and distinctive fastback styling establishing RS7 as benchmark performance liftback throughout C7 generation production demonstrating Audi performance division expertise balancing extreme performance with refinement and practicality creating versatile supercar alternative with five-passenger capacity and substantial cargo volume unprecedented in sub-four-second acceleration category.