At the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, Chevrolet unveiled its new seventh-generation Corvette and stole the show. But, Audi also made its presence known in the automotive world when it introduced its newest and most powerful version of the Audi A7 Sportback – the RS7. The new model is the first in the A7 model series to carry the German automaker’s high-performance “RS” insignia and offers incredible performance in a stylish five-door coupe package. Much of the car from the forged wheels also works the exterior bodywork and everything else.
One of the most exciting aspects of the new Audi RS7 is under the hood, where a 4.0 TFSI engine produces an incredible amount of power and torque. The 4.0-liter V-8 engine has two dual-entry turbochargers and an intercooler located between each of the cylinder banks to reduce any type of turbo lag and produce 1.2 BAR of boost pressure for each cylinder. A host of innovative technologies, such as automatic stop start, thermal management, cylinder on demand, direct fuel injection and variable valve timing, come standard to improve fuel efficiency and emissions by an impressive estimate. than 24 US mpg.
The new technology used in the 4.0 TFSI engine also helps produce an overwhelming amount of power. The engine delivers 560 horsepower from 5,700 to 6,700 RPM and 516 lb-ft. of torque at just 1,750 RPM up to 5,500 RPM on all four forged wheels thanks to a Quattro permanent all-wheel drive system that varies power between axles in real time using a crown-gear differential and torque vectoring. Performance is impressive too, as the Audi RS7 accelerates to 62 mph in just 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 155 mph, 173.98 mph, or 189.52 mph, depending on available option packages.
Much of the chassis has been optimized to handle the extra power and performance. Making contact with the road are new 20-inch forged front and rear wheels with sport tires for better grip. A standard air suspension with adjustable dampers reduces overall ride height and sharpens handling, while standard six-piston calipers tighten the 360mm front brake discs. As an option, customers can order a sport suspension with steel dampers and dampers, as well as carbon ceramic brakes with 390mm discs that provide non-fading braking performance.
The exterior of the Audi RS7 is also considerably more aggressive as are the chassis and engine. The wider fenders house the forged wheels and are connected by new side skirts. The front bumper features larger air intakes and a front spoiler, while the rear features a new diffuser and dual oval tailpipes.
The Audi RS7 will likely be available in North America. Audi has not released prices for the new sports car.
