2023 Audi A7

The 2023 Audi A7 comes in three trim options and all the trims have been bestowed with a lot of features and aids that come as standard. The 2023 Audi A7 comes in three trims namely Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige. The Premium trim is priced at $70,295. The Premium trim comes loaded with many creature comforts, technological and safety features like Lane departure warning, and Audi pre-sense front forward collision mitigation system. All the trims of the 2023 A7 model are equipped with a panoramic sunroof. The Premium Plus trim gets all features of the Premium trim along with the convenience package as standard along with Lane keep assist and a premium Bang and Olufsen audio system. The top of the line Prestige trim gets all the features of Premium Plus trim along with features like a soft close door, noise-reducing side windows, a head-up display to ease convenience by displaying important information in the windshield, traffic sign reader, front cross traffic alert and automated parking system.

Audi offers a number of package according to trim selection, and here we have listed them down 

Convenience Package @ $ 2,300 available for Premium Trim

• Audi phonebox with wireless charging and signal booster
• Audi side assist with pre-sense rear
• Heated steering wheel
• Top view camera with Virtual 360 view
• Adaptive cruise assist with lane guidance

S line Black optic package @ $ 2,000 available for all trims

• 20" 5-double-arm design wheels, matte titanium finish
• All-season tires
• High-gloss black exterior elements
• Illuminated S line door sills 
• S line fender badge
• S line exterior kit
• Sport suspension

Executive Package @ $ 1,750 available for Premium Plus trim only

• 4-zone automatic climate control
• Front seats w/ ventilation and 4-way power lumbar for passenger
• Contour/Ambient LED interior lighting package - multicolor
• Heated rear seats

Luxury Package @ $ 2,750 available for Prestige trim only

• Valcona/Milano leather interior
• Extended leather package (dash, armrests, center console)
• Passenger seat memory
• Individual Contour front seats with massage functions

We recommend

We recommend the Premium Plus trim along with the Executive package as it adds feature like 4-zone climate control along with other comfort creatures to this wonderful performance machine. We also suggest availing the S line Black optic package as it adds bigger wheels and all-season tires along with an upgraded suspension that lowers the ride height by 20 mm thereby enhancing the performance of the vehicles around the corners. The S line package also makes the Audi A7 look meaner due to its exterior elements thereby differentiating it from any regular A7 on the road.

The Audi A7 is armed with a 3.0L V6 turbocharged engine and it would be immature to expect hybrid-level fuel efficiency however the Audi A7 surprises us with a decent 21 MPG in the city fuel economy along with an astonishing 30 MPG on the highway. The vehicle returns a respectable 24 MPG combined. The car gets a fuel tank of 19.3 gallons which gives it a range of 405 miles in the city, 579 miles on the Highway along with a combined range of 462.2 miles. This aids the long-distance highway hauls with family by minimizing the number of stoppages at the gas station to fill fuel.

While comparing the Audi A7 with its competitor it is clear that in the city the BMW 540i xDive is the best performer in the city with a mileage of 22 MPG, while on the Highway the Audi performs the best. The Mercedes AMG E53 shares the city mileage of 21 MPG with the Audi and the Highway mileage with the BMW. The BMW has the smallest gas tank of 18.1 gallons among competitors while the Mercedes and the Maserati both boast a 21.1-gallon fuel tank. The Maserati is the least fuel-efficient of the lot with its fuel efficiency figures of 18 MPG in the city and 25 MPG on the highway. The Mercedes is a very strong performer in the fuel economy section considering that it generates 429 hp of power. Mercedes AMG E53 has the best-in-class range among its competitors. 

The Audi A7 is a perfect example of a technology and design mix. The interior of the Audi A7 is impeccable and refined due to the use of superior-quality materials. Every trim gets leather seats, a panoramic sunroof, and heated front seats with the additional option of ventilated front seats along with heated rear seats. The Audi features gray or brown fine-grain natural wood inlays that add to the luxurious feel of the car. The steering wheel gets power tilt and telescopic adjustment. The only thing is that most of the features in the cabin are controlled by the touch screen which can cause a distraction to the driver. The Audi gets the capacity to seat 5 people and there is enough room in the front and the rear seat. The car gets best-in-class trunk space of 24.9 cu-ft which is huge and improves the practicality of the car beyond one apprehension.

All the cars in the competitor's list are very spacious and luxurious as well. The Mercedes offers best-in-class legroom of 41.7 inches in the front, while the Audi offers the most amount of legroom in the rear measuring 37 inches. The BMW offers the most amount of headroom in the front seat measuring 40.7 inches, while the Audi A7 offers minimum headroom in the front. All the vehicles offer better headroom than the Audi A7 and the tapering roofline is to be blamed for that, however, Audi makes up for that with an incredible cargo space of 24.1 cu.-ft. The Mercedes offers a minimum cargo space of 13.1 cu-ft. The BMW offers 18.7 cu.-ft trunk size capacity and the Ghibli GT offers 17.7 cu.-ft of cargo space respectively.

Some of the key features of the interior of the 2023 Audi A7 are

• Power adjustable multifunction steering with paddle shifters
• Leather gear shift selector
• Panoramic Sunroof
• Heated front seats 
• Three-zone automatic climate control
• Power assisted tailgate
• Leather seats and light cloth headliner
• Auto-dimming interior rearview mirror with digital compass and Integrated Toll Module
• Driver and front-passenger extendable sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors

How Intuitive is the 2023 Audi A7 infotainment system? 

The 2023 Audi A7 features a brilliant gleaming dual touch screen infotainment system that is well incorporated into the dashboard. The touchscreen system and the instrument panel displays are excellent and the navigation system displays a crystal-clear map. The A7 comes equipped with Audi virtual cockpits which show the details directly in the line of sight. The dual touch screen on the center console is very useful but distracting as well and might need some time to get used to. Each A7 is armed with wireless connectivity with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto along with an option of a wireless charging station. The 16-speaker Bang and Olufsen audio system which comes as standard from the Premium Plus trim is awesome and provides a new meaning to the infotainment system. The Audi connect feature allows for voice-activated commands and features thereby enhancing the driving experience. The optional head-up display which is standard in the Prestige trim allows displaying of important information on the windscreen which is very helpful. 

Some of the key features of the infotainment system are

• Audi virtual cockpit plus
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
•  Navigation 
• 10.1-inch dual screen MMI touch response infotainment system 
• Audi connect
• Optional Bang and Olufsen sound system 
• Audi smartphone interface
• SiriusXM
• Bluetooth

The 2023 Audi A7 is certainly one of the meanest looking sedans that is available on the road thanks to the tapering headline and the aerodynamic muscular front fascia along with the hexagonal grille make the Audi A7 a sure shot head turner. The sleek-looking LED headlights that are perfectly impaneled into the front fenders along with the daytime running led lights and the futuristic-looking LED taillights with integrated indicator lights just accentuate the appeal of the A7. The car is available in ten color options out of which the Brilliant Black and the Ibis White are not chargeable. Rest all metallic colors are available for an extra price. The Audi A7 is actually a Sportback in which the rear hatch opens with the glass area thereby providing easy access to the trunk area and increasing the practicality of the car. 

All the have comparable lengths, however, the BMW is the longest measuring 195.8 inches while the Mercedes AMG is the shortest measuring 195.2 inches. The Maserati Ghibli measures 195.7 inches and is very closely followed by the Audi A7 with a length of 195.6 inches. In terms of width, the Maserati Ghibli is the widest of the lot with a width of 76.6 inches while the Mercedes AMG E 53 offers the least amount of width of 73.2 inches. The BMW is nearest to the Mercedes in terms of width measuring 73.5 inches whereas the Audi A7 has a width of 75.1 inches. The Audi A7 has the least ground clearance of 4.2 inches while BMW offers the most ground clearance of 5.5 inches. The Maserati and the Mercedes have identical ground clearance of 4.5 inches. The Maserati has the longest wheelbase measuring 118 inches, while the Audi A7 has the shortest wheelbase measuring 115.2 inches.

Some of the key exterior features of the Audi A7 are:

• Heated Auto dimming ORVM with memory functions
• Full LED headlights
• LED taillights with dynamic turn signals
• Side and rear windows in heat-insulating glass
• 20-inch 5-double-arm design wheels with all-season tires
• Concealed exhaust outlets
• Retractable rear spoiler

The 2023 Audi A7 has not yet been tested by the NHTSA and IIHS however the company has provided the car with a lot of safety features and driver aids to keep the cabin occupants and the pedestrian safe. The 2022 Audi A7 has been tested by the IIHS and it has received good markings for every aspect except the headlights in which it got acceptable. The car has also been selected for the "Top Safety Pick+" award which speaks volumes about the build quality of the German manufacturer. A lot of active and passive safety features do come as standard with the 2023 Audi A7 that ensures that accidents don't happen. 

Some of the key safety features are:

• Driver and front-passenger advanced airbags and knee airbags
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Blind spot monitoring system
• Lane keep assist 
• Lane Departure Warning
• Forward collision Mitigation and Audi Pre-sense
• Park assist with front and rear sensors
• Front cross traffic alert

2023 Audi A7 vs 2023 BMW 540i Xdrive

The BMW 5 series is significantly cheaper as compared to the 2023 Audi A7 and is equipped with a similar size engine but an Inline6 as compared to the V6 of the Audi. The BMW has better acceleration on offer as it reaches 0 to 60 MPH quicker. In terms of fuel economy, the BMW leads in the city but lags on the highway. The Audi also has a bigger gas tank and better range thereby increasing the practicality of the Audi A7. The Audi A7 also scores a lot of points in cargo space, however, the BMW offers better room inside the cabin. The final decision rests with the customer.

2023 Audi A7 vs 2022 Maserati Ghibli GT

The 2022 Maserati Ghibli GT is a brilliant performer, and is equipped with a similar engine as the Audi A7, however, it is quicker while making the quarter-mile and 0 to 60 MPH run. The Audi A7 is way more fuel efficient than the Maserati, and despite the Maserati’s bigger gas tank, Audi has a better range. The Audi boasts a bigger cargo space due to its hatchback design and offers better cabin space as well. The Audi A7 is equipped with an AWD whereas the Maserati has an RWD drivetrain, therefore the Audi has better performance in the handling division. The choice becomes even more clear when we consider that Maserati is significantly costlier than the Audi. 

2023 Audi A7 vs 2022 Mercedes AMG E 53

The Mercedes-Benz AMG E 53 is quite a beast and performs brilliantly well in every segment. The power delivery of the Mercedes is quite superior to the Audi A7 and the AMG E53 is blisteringly quick on the 0 to 60 MPH and the quarter-mile run. The Mercedes AMG returns identical mileage in the city while lagging marginally behind on the highway. The Mercedes makes up for that by providing it with a bigger gas tank and thereby having a better range in every segment. The Audi A7 is more practical in terms of cargo space, however, Mercedes offer a roomier cabin. Since the Mercedes is costlier than the A7, the final choice lies with the customer.

The 2023 Audi A7 is a very good-looking car, that is equipped with a big enough engine to satisfy the needs of the enthusiast preferring a performance-oriented machine that handles really well in all weather conditions due to the legendary Quattro AWD system. The car is very fuel efficient and is equipped with a big gas tank to give it a range of over 500 miles. The car is a hatchback and as a result, it offers quite a lot of cargo space, which is something that we do not see often. Audi has equipped that car with lots of driver aids that are either optional or standard, along with lots of safety features. The interior of the car has lots of comfort creatures that increase its desirability. Considering the price point the car makes a very strong case for itself and is way more preferable even as compared to some of its siblings as well.