Home Comparisons Trim Comparisons 2023 Audi A7, S7, RS 7: Choosing the Right Trim

2023 Audi A7, S7, RS 7: Choosing the Right Trim

The 2023 Audi A7 features a coupe-like silhouette combined with the convenience of four doors and a hatchback rear opening. The A7’s stunning styling can still turn heads, even though the design has been around for some time.

2023 Audi A7

2023 Audi A7

2023 Audi A7

2023 Audi A7

2023 Audi A7

2023 Audi A7

2023 Audi A7

2023 Audi A7

2023 Audi A7

2023 Audi A7

Performance devotees will appreciate the A7’s more muscular offshoots: the S7 and RS 7. Though more expensive than the A7, the S7 and RS 7 offer superior performance credentials without sacrificing luxury or comfort.

You’ll find similar design language in cars like the BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe, Mercedes-Benz CLS, and the larger Porsche Panamera. The Genesis G80 might also be of interest.

2023 Audi A7 Premium: $70,200

The most basic A7 is the Premium trim. It features a 335-horsepower turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic and quattro all-wheel drive (AWD).

The A7’s handsome exterior showcases 20-inch alloy wheels, power-folding auto-dimming and heated side mirrors, a power tailgate, a panoramic sunroof, full LED headlights, and an electrically retractable rear spoiler.

With Audi’s Advanced Key, you only need the key fob in your purse or pocket to unlock and start the car.

Safety and driver-assist systems include front knee and rear side-impact airbags, forward collision warning with pedestrian and cyclist detection, automatic emergency braking, front and rear parking sensors, a rear backup camera, automatic high-beam headlights, and lane-departure warning.

On the luxury front, the A7 Premium trim includes 8-way power front seats with driver’s seat memory and power lumbar support, leather upholstery, 3-zone automatic climate control, a power tilt/telescoping steering wheel with shift paddles, and heated front seats.

The A7’s rear seats feature a 40/20/40-split folding design, giving owners more options when carrying passengers and long or bulky cargo.

Audi’s Virtual Cockpit Plus features a configurable 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with three visual modes: Classic, Sport, and Dynamic.

A 10.1-inch touchscreen hosts the A7’s infotainment system, which includes navigation, Bluetooth, SiriusXM with 360L satellite radio, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.

Audi connected apps are also available, with a 6-month trial subscription to Audi connect Plus that brings traffic light information, satellite imagery, Amazon Alexa, and Wi-Fi.

Optional on the Premium trim is the Convenience Package, which adds a wireless charging pad, a blind-spot monitor with assist, pre-sense rear (can detect if a rear collision is about to occur and prep the cabin), adaptive cruise control with lane-keeping, a heated steering wheel, and a top-view 360-degree camera.

The S Line Black Optic Package adds 20-inch titanium finish alloy wheels, S Line door sills, gloss-black exterior styling elements, and a 20-millimeters-lower sport suspension.

With the $1,095 destination fee, the 2023 Audi A7 Premium costs $71,295. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to approximately $1,281. See 2023 Audi A7 Premium models for sale near you

2023 Audi A7 Premium includes:

  • Heated front seats – These keep front passengers warm and comfortable, with varying heat levels.
  • Virtual Cockpit Plus – Audi’s futuristic digital cockpit replaces analog gauges with digital replicas, with different screen views depending on the driving mode. The center display also can show navigation, infotainment information, and vehicle data.
  • Panoramic sunroof – The massive panoramic sunroof in the A7 is a great way to bring the outdoors indoors.

2023 Audi A7 Premium Plus: $75,350

Going with the Premium Plus adds the contents from the Convenience Package, then upgrades with a 705-watt, 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen 3D Sound System and animation for the headlights and taillights.

The Matrix LED headlights usually included with the Premium Plus have been deleted. Audi issues a credit for this.

Optional equipment for the Premium Plus includes the Executive Package, which brings multicolor ambient interior lighting, 4-zone automatic climate control, heated rear seats, front passenger seat power lumbar support, and ventilated front seats.

With the $1,095 destination fee, the 2023 Audi A7 Premium Plus costs $76,445. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $1,374. See 2023 Audi A7 Premium Plus models for sale near you

2023 Audi A7 Prestige: $79,350

The A7 Prestige pulls out all the stops, fitted with the Executive Package and adding features like a head-up display and dual-pane acoustic front glass.

The Prestige includes intersection assist, detecting traffic approaching from the sides, and alerting the driver. Traffic sign recognition displays the posted speed limit in the Virtual Cockpit, while soft-close doors automatically seal themselves, negating the need to slam the doors.

Remote Park Assist Plus can parallel or perpendicularly park the vehicle automatically. It can also move the car forward or backward while the owner stands outside the vehicle — the perfect solution when another car has parked too close. Note: Remote Park Assist is not available in New York or Vermont.

Along with the S Line Black Optic Package and 21-inch wheels, the Prestige offers the Luxury Package, which adds massaging front seats, passenger seat memory, Valcona/Milano leather upholstery, and leather covering the dash pad, armrests, and center console.

With the $1,095 destination fee, the 2023 Audi A7 Prestige costs $80,445. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $1,445. See 2023 Audi A7 Prestige models for sale near you

2023 Audi A7 Prestige includes:

  • Heated and ventilated front seats – It’s so nice to be able to heat or cool your seats independent of the climate controls.
  • 4-zone automatic climate controls – This feature gives rear seat occupants a say, allowing them to regulate air temperature via a rear console-mounted control panel.
  • Head-up display – Inspired by fighter jet cockpits, the head-up display projects vital information onto the windshield so drivers can read it without taking their eyes off the road.
2023 Audi S7

2023 Audi S7

2023 Audi S7

2023 Audi S7

2023 Audi S7

2023 Audi S7

2023 Audi S7

2023 Audi S7

2023 Audi S7

2023 Audi S7

2023 Audi S7

2023 Audi S7

2023 Audi S7

2023 Audi S7

2023 Audi S7 Premium: $83,500

The S7 trims closely follow the contents found in the A7 trims, only with more performance features and a few more upgrades.

The S7 replaces the A7 model’s 3.0-liter V6 with a twin-turbocharged 2.9-liter V6, good for 444 hp.

The S7 exterior styling adds Alu-optic exterior mirror housings, 21-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels, animation for the headlights and taillights, chrome exhaust tips, HD Matrix Design headlights with washers, and an adaptive sport suspension.

The cabin gains 4-zone automatic climate control, 10-way heated S Sport front seats, a black cloth headliner, and a heated steering wheel.

Options for the S7 Premium include the S7 Convenience Package, which adds a wireless charging pad, a blind-spot monitor with assist, rear cross-traffic detection, pre-sense rear (can detect if a rear collision is about to occur and prep the cabin), adaptive cruise control with lane-keeping, and a top-view 360-degree camera.

The Black Optic Package adds 21-inch wheels, black exterior mirror housing, and gloss-black exterior styling elements.

With the $1,095 destination fee, the 2023 Audi S7 Premium costs $84,595. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to $1,520. See 2023 Audi S7 Premium models for sale near you

2023 Audi S7 Premium includes:

  • Sport suspension – The S7 model’s adaptive sport suspension adjusts to varying road surfaces, helping the car hug the road in curves while delivering a smooth ride when the pavement is straight.
  • Matrix Design LED headlights – With multiple LEDs, these headlights provide brilliant light. They can perform neat little tricks, too, like changing the range of the high beams, adjusting the range and angle of the beam when turning, and even putting on a little light show as you approach or leave the vehicle.
  • S Sport seats – The front buckets have additional side bolstering to hold occupants better in place during spirited driving.

2023 Audi S7 Premium Plus: $87,700

The Premium Plus builds off the S7 Premium trim, adding the contents from the Convenience Package plus a Bang & Olufsen 3D Sound System, multicolor ambient lighting, heated rear seats, and extended leather covering the dash, armrests, and console.

Optional on the S7 Premium Plus is the S Sport Package adding Dynamic All-Wheel Steering, a Sport rear differential, Sport exhaust, and red brake calipers.

The S7 Design Edition adds 21-inch V-Spoke alloy wheels, red contrast interior stitching, a 3-spoke flat-bottom steering wheel, a black roof, and dark chrome front and rear styling elements.

Buyers can replace the air suspension with S Sport adaptive steel springs.

With the $1,095 destination fee, the 2023 Audi S7 Premium Plus costs $88,795. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to $1,596. See 2023 Audi S7 Premium Plus models for sale near you

2023 Audi S7 Prestige: $91,500

The Prestige includes all the Premium Plus features, then adds HD Matrix Design LED headlights with Audi laser light (increases high-beam intensity), a head-up display, intersection assist, Remote Park Assist Plus, soft-closing doors, and traffic sign recognition.

Beyond the Premium Plus packages, Prestige buyers can opt for a night vision system and an advanced Bang & Olufsen with a 1,820-watt amplifier and 19 speakers.

With the $1,095 destination fee, the 2023 Audi S7 Prestige costs $92,595. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $1,664. See 2023 Audi S7 Prestige models for sale near you

2023 Audi RS 7: $123,900

The most potent of the A7 line is the fire-breathing RS 7. Beneath its stylish hood resides a 591-hp twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 paired with an 8-speed automatic.

The RS 7 distinguishes itself with Audi’s best features as there is only one trim level.

Standard fare includes 21-inch 10-V-spoke alloy wheels, larger front and rear brakes, Dynamic All-Wheel Steering, an RS Sport suspension, and a Sport rear differential. The RS 7 includes HD Matrix headlights with washers, illuminated door sills, and Alu-optic exterior trim.

Interior upgrades include 4-zone automatic climate control, the Bang & Olufsen 3D Sound System, multicolor ambient lighting, the top-view 360-degree camera, and a wireless charging pad.

Valcona leather covers heated and ventilated 10-way power-adjustable Sport seats that include 4-way power lumbar support. A heated flat-bottom steering wheel, stainless steel pedal covers, and carbon twill accents round out the interior changes.

Optional equipment comes bundled in several packages. It includes features such as adaptive cruise control, a blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic detection, pre-sense rear, traffic sign recognition, and intersection assist.

Heated and ventilated massaging front seats, soft-closing doors, heated rear seats, a head-up display, and passenger seat memory also are available. Buyers can opt for the Bang & Olufsen Advanced 3D Sound System, a Sport exhaust, and Night vision assist.

Unique to the RS 7 are 22-inch wheels, two RS Design Packages, the Dynamic Ride Control suspension, and ceramic brakes.

With the $1,095 destination fee and $1,000 gas guzzler tax, the 2023 Audi RS 7 costs $125,995. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to $2,264. See 2023 Audi RS 7 models for sale near you

2023 Audi RS 7 includes:

  • Twin-turbo V8 – This mechanical dynamo promises blistering speed, and quattro AWD keeps all that power under good control.
  • Ceramic brakes – Hardened brakes provide the RS 7 superior stopping power and reduce annoying brake dust buildup on the wheels.
  • Available Bang & Olufsen Advanced 3D Sound System – Nineteen speakers fill the RS 7 cabin with your favorite tunes at whatever volume your ears can tolerate.

FAQ

  • What is the best 2023 Audi A7 trim?

    As for the A7s, we like the A7 Prestige best for its comprehensive equipment list.

    The Audi S7 Premium or Premium Plus both have an excellent balance of performance and features, while the RS 7 is the last word in Audi performance sedans, provided you can swing the cash.

  • How many miles per gallon does the 2023 Audi A7 get?

    The 2023 Audi A7 is rated by the EPA at 21 mpg city/30 mpg highway/24 mpg combined.

    The 2023 Audi S7 comes in at 19 mpg city/26 mpg highway/22 mpg combined, while the thirstier RS 7 has ratings of 14 mpg city/21 mpg highway/17 mpg combined.

  • Which 2023 Audi A7 trim offers the most safety?

    The Audi A7 is one of the safest luxury sedans on the road, earning an IIHS Top Safety Pick + accolade from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. We recommend upgrading with blind-spot detection, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control.

Sign up for Autotrader newsletters

The best cars and best deals delivered to your inbox

Where You Can Buy

Loading dealers...

Leave a Comment