Audi A7, S7 and RS 7 trim levels explained

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For 2026 Audi's A7 line is just the RS 7 performance, priced at $132,700 before $1,395 destination, with a 621-hp twin-turbo V8. The A7 55 TFSI ($72,000) and S7 ($85,700) ended after 2025 as the all-new A6 sedan took over the mid-size slot. The A7 is absent from Audi's 2027 lineup release.

Current A7, S7 and RS 7 trim levels: RS 7 performance (2026)

Audi said the 2026 A7 model line would be represented solely by the RS 7 performance, carried over except for available blue brake calipers. It is not listed in Audi's 2027 lineup release (as updated September 2026).[1]

Audi A7, S7 and RS 7 RS 7 performance (2026) trims in ladder order with 2026 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
TrimBase MSRP (2026, USD)EnginesKey standard equipment
RS 7 performance$132,700excl. $1,395 destination
  • 4.0L TFSI twin-turbo V8 (621 hp, 627 lb-ft)
  • Only A7-family model for 2026
  • 8-speed Tiptronic, quattro
  • Available blue brake calipers
[1]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from an Audi pricing source.

Previous A7, S7 and RS 7 trim levels: Second-generation A7 / S7 / RS 7 (2019–2025)

Audi launched the all-new second-generation A7 for 2019. By 2025 the line comprised the 335-hp A7 55 TFSI, the 444-hp S7 and the 621-hp RS 7 performance. A plug-in A7 55 TFSI e was also sold for 2022. Prices below are 2025.[2][3][4][5]

Audi A7, S7 and RS 7 Second-generation A7 / S7 / RS 7 (2019–2025) trims in ladder order with 2025 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
TrimBase MSRP (2025, USD)EnginesKey standard equipment
A7 55 TFSI Premium$72,000excl. $1,295 destination
  • 3.0L TFSI turbo V6 (335 hp, 369 lb-ft)
  • quattro and S tronic
  • Premium Plus $77,700
[2][6]
A7 55 TFSI Prestige$82,450excl. $1,295 destination
  • 3.0L TFSI turbo V6 (335 hp, 369 lb-ft)
  • Top A7 trim for 2025
[2]
S7$85,700excl. $1,295 destination
  • 2.9L TFSI twin-turbo V6 (444 hp, 442 lb-ft)
  • Premium Plus $89,500, Prestige $93,100
  • Nardo Sport Edition package available for 2025
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RS 7 performance$128,600excl. $1,295 destination
  • 4.0L TFSI twin-turbo V8 (621 hp, 627 lb-ft)
  • Debuted for 2024 at $127,800 with 30 more hp than the previous RS 7
  • 0–60 mph in 3.3 seconds per Audi
[2][4]
A7 55 TFSI e (2022)$74,9002022 model year price
  • 2.0L TFSI turbo I4 plug-in hybrid, 14.4 kWh battery
  • 2022 Premium Plus price; Prestige $80,250
[5]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from an Audi pricing source.

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Frequently asked questions

Did Audi discontinue the A7?

The A7 55 TFSI and S7 are not in Audi's 2026 lineup; only the RS 7 performance remained for 2026. Audi said the new A6 sedan would represent it in the mid-size segment.

What were the 2025 Audi A7 trims?

The A7 55 TFSI in Premium ($72,000), Premium Plus ($77,700) and Prestige ($82,450); the S7 from $85,700; and the RS 7 performance at $128,600, before a $1,295 destination charge.

How much horsepower does the RS 7 performance have?

621 hp and 627 lb-ft from a 4.0L twin-turbo V8. Audi quotes 0–60 mph in 3.3 seconds.

Is quattro standard on the A7?

Yes. Every A7, S7 and RS 7 Audi sold in the US in 2022–2026 came with quattro all-wheel drive.

Sources

Prices and equipment are as published by Audi for the model year shown; trim content changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

  1. Audi 2026 lineup launches with Audi Signature Care Scheduled Maintenance included on all models (Aug 21, 2025; updated Aug 3, 2026) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
  2. Audi updates 2025 model lineup with streamlined trim selections, compelling option packages, and extended included connected services (Jul 10, 2024) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
  3. 2019 Audi A7 Press Kit (PDF, Nov 2018) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
  4. Audi brings more of what's great to the RS 6 Avant performance and RS 7 performance models (Jun 27, 2023) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
  5. Audi announces model year 2022 updates with increased standard equipment, driver assistance and personalization options (Apr 28, 2021) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
  6. 2025 Audi A7 model line Technical Specifications (PDF, Dec 2024) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)

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