Test drive Audi RS7 Sportback in Italy from 137.000 euros – Preview

Audi RS7 Sportback in Italy from 137.000 euros - Preview

Following its debut in Frankfurt last September, the new Audi RS7 Sportback has touched down in Italy and entered the House of Four Rings listings. prices from 137.000 €.

New power unit with 600 hp.

Flagship coupe IngolstadtIn this top-end version, it is equipped with a new 600 hp power unit. and a torque of 800 Nm in the range from 2.050 to 4.500 rpm. In addition, thanks to quattro all-wheel drive and an eight-speed tiptronic automatic transmission mounted to the sides of the 4.0-liter TFSI, the new 7 Audi RS2020 Sportback claims on paper to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 3,6 seconds and top speed. ... 305 km / h.

Aesthetic novelties

Aesthetically, it has an aggressive and dynamic look with huge air intakes on the front bumper, rims up to 22 inches, more pronounced wheel arches and a new rear extractor with oval tailpipes. Inside,  For the first time, the RS7 Sportback can be equipped with a three-seater sofa, and the boot has a volume of 535 liters, which can be expanded to 1.390 liters by folding down the split rear seat backs. The tailgate is electrically operated as standard.

Cab and equipment

Control panel new RS7 Sportback Uses the MMI touch control concept based on two large touchscreens with acoustic and tactile feedback. The perforated leather sports steering wheel is flattened at the bottom and features both updated aluminum RS rockers and multi-function controls. Among them, the RS MODE button stands out, thanks to which the driver can immediately call up the new RS1 and RS2 Audi drive select programs.

The RS sports seats, upholstered in leather and Alcantara as standard, feature RS embossing and diamond stitching with perforated leather, compatible for the first time with ventilation. The red and gray RS design packages bring vibrant colors and sportiness to the interior. Audi rings and RS logos are available in high-gloss black on request. Additional customization options are guaranteed by the Audi exclusive program, which includes, for example, exclusive matt paints.

The standard equipment is complemented by high-quality features such as Premium Bang & Olufsen 3D sound, Audi phone booth and Audi smartphone interface, four-zone automatic climate control, Audi connect services, rear view camera, MMI. navigation system. plus with MMI touch response and Tour assistance package.

Finish

Always standard on new Audi RS Sportback there is also an RS adaptive air suspension with specially calibrated adjustable dampers and a new pneumatic module that guarantees a spring rate index 50% higher than the previous model. The suspension is lowered by 10 mm compared to the A7 Sportback and automatically lowers by another 120 mm at speeds above 10 km / h. When maneuvering and at low speed in lift mode, the vehicle is raised 20 mm.