Audi A7 Sportback (C8, facelift 2023) 50 TDI V6 (286 Hp) Mild Hybrid quattro tiptronic
Audi A7:
The Audi A7 is an executive five-door liftback produced by Audi since 2010. The coupé variant of the Audi A6 saloon/estate, the Audi A7 features a sloping roofline with a steeply raked rear window and integrated boot lid , and four frameless doors. A sport version called the S7 has been made since 2012, and a high-performance model called the RS 7 has been in production since 2013. An extended-wheelbase three-box, four-door saloon derivative called the A7L has been produced in China since 2021....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Sportback (C8, facelift 2023) Overview:
Audi A7 (Sportback (C8, facelift 2023)). With 620 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1880 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5.6 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A car with a sloping rear hatch that opens upwards, combining style and practicality. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • High-performance engine delivering 265 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 6.9 sec.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 7 L/100 km for its class.
- • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 535 Liters.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Sportback (C7): July, 2012 - 2015).
| General: |
| Brand: | Audi |
| Model: | A7 |
| Generation: | Sportback (C8, facelift 2023) |
| Modification (Engine): | 50 TDI V6 (286 Hp) Mild Hybrid quattro tiptronic |
| Start of production: | June, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV) |
| Body type: | Liftback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 286 Hp @ 3500-4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 96.4 Hp/l [1mm more] |
| Torque: | 620 Nm @ 1750-3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA897evo3 / DMGA More details about the engine EA897evo3 / DMGA |
| Engine displacement: | 2967 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.1 l |
| Coolant: | 15.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 91.4 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 16.3:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 6.4-7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6e |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h, Electronically limited |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.6 kg/Hp, 152.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3 kg/Nm, 329.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.3 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1880 |
| Max. weight: | 2535 |
| Max. roof load: | 90 kg |
| Max load: | 655 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1380 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 525 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2000 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 l |
| AdBlue tank: | 22 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 95 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 2000 kg |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4969 mm [1mm more] |
| Width: | 1908 mm [3mm less] |
| Height: | 1422 mm [2mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2926 mm [14mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2118 mm |
| Front track: | 1651 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1637 mm |
| Front overhang: | 927 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1116 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.4 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 12.2° |
| Departure angle: | 16.7° |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and the electric motor permanently drive the four wheels of the car with the ability to work only in mixed mode. |
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| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 8 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | tiptronic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 350 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 330 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 225/55 R18; 245/45 R19; 255/40 R20; 255/35 R21 |
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| Wheel rims size | 8J x 18; 8.5J x 19; 8.5J x 20; 8.5J x 21 |
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| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Electric: |
| Net (usable) battery capacity: | 0.5 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Under the trunk |
| Electric motor power: | 8 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 60 Nm |
| Electric motor location: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Battery weight: | 10 kg |
| Battery voltage: | 48 V |
| Recuperation output: | 14 kW |
Behind the wheel of the Audi A7. How does it handle on the road?