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2026 Audi RS 7
2026 Audi RS7 models now come with the Audi Signature Care program, providing complimentary scheduled maintenance for three years or 36,000 miles, and blue-painted brake calipers join the option list. Power comes from a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 making 621 hp, with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. MSRP is $135,395, and it reaches 62 mph in 3.4 seconds.
Current archiveChecked Sep. 10, 2026United States specification
Powertrain4.0L twin-turbo V8
Output621 hp
DrivetrainStandard AWD (quattro)
Seating5
Decision answers13Trim, ownership and verification
What changed for 2026
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says 2026 models now come with the Audi Signature Care program, which provides complimentary scheduled maintenance for three years or 36,000 miles. Blue-painted brake calipers also join the option list for 2026.
Pricing and powertrain for 2026
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $135,395. Power comes from a brilliant twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 making 621 hp, paired with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive.
How it compares to its closest rivals
DAX Street (opens in a new tab) says the RS7 performance rockets to 62 mph in 3.4 seconds with Quattro AWD and an 8-speed automatic, just behind the BMW M8 Competition Gran Coupe's 3.2-second time (618 hp, 553 lb-ft from a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8), with the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S 4-Door Coupe as the third rival in the same over-$170,000 luxury-performance class.
Questions buyers ask
What's new for the 2026 Audi RS7?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says free scheduled maintenance via the Audi Signature Care program and new blue brake caliper option.
How much does the 2026 Audi RS7 cost?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $135,395.
Research paths
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Record summary
What to know first
The RS 7 shares the RS 6 Avant's 621-horsepower twin-turbo V8 and standard quattro AWD in a four-door liftback body, 0-60 mph in 3.3 seconds.
Model-year note
Sold in one performance configuration; there is no separate lower-output RS 7 trim.
Trim map
How the lineup separates.
Trim descriptions identify the meaningful change from one trim to the next; individual options can still vary.
| Trim | Place in the lineup | Notable equipment |
|---|---|---|
| performance | Only trim | 4.0L twin-turbo V8 standard, 621 hp, 627 lb-ft, 8-speed tiptronic automatic transmission, quattro AWD standard, 0-60 mph in 3.3 seconds |
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Only trim
performance
- 4.0L twin-turbo V8 standard, 621 hp, 627 lb-ft
- 8-speed tiptronic automatic transmission, quattro AWD standard
- 0-60 mph in 3.3 seconds
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2026 Audi RS 7: 1 trim compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | 0–60 mph | Top speed | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| performance | 4.0-liter V8 (Twin Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic | AWD | 621 | 627 | 3.3 s | 155 mph | 14 / 21 / 16 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| performance | 4,916 lb | 197.2 in | 56.1 in | 115.3 in | 19.3 gal | 37 in | 41.3 in | P275/35R21 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2026 Audi RS 7 trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | performance |
|---|---|
| Safety | |
| Blind-spot alert | Opt |
| Child door locks | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std |
| Forward collision warning | Std |
| Night vision | Opt |
| Rearview camera | Std |
| Top-view camera | Std |
| Front and rear parking sensors | Std |
| Rear parking sensors | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std |
| Traction control | Std |
| Technology | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std |
| Navigation system | Std |
| Premium audio system | Std |
| Satellite radio | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std |
| Touchscreen | Std |
| Voice recognition | Std |
| Emergency and security services | Std |
| Comfort | |
| Heated front seats | Std |
| Heated rear seats | Opt |
| Heated steering wheel | Std |
| Heated mirrors | Std |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | Std |
| Power driver's seat | Std |
| Leather seats | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Opt |
| Front and rear climate zones | Std |
| Panoramic moonroof | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std |
| Cup holders | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | |
| Alloy wheels | Std |
| Rear spoiler | Std |
| Power-folding mirrors | Std |
| Power liftgate or trunk | Std |
| Power windows | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | Std |
| Cruise control | Std |
| Integrated garage-door opener | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std |
| Rain-sensing wipers | Std |
Complete certification table
1 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49271RS 7 | 4L 8-cyl SIDI; Mild HybridHybrid | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium | 14 | 21 | 16 | N/A |
Direct answers
13 questions tied to this model-year.
Each answer names its source.
Q01How many trims does the 2026 RS 7 come in?
The 2026 Audi RS 7 (midsize performance liftback sedan) is offered in one trim, performance.
Source: Audi
Q02What are the 2026 RS 7 trims?
The 2026 Audi RS 7 comes in one trim, performance.
Source: Audi
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2026 RS 7 use?
The 2026 Audi RS 7 is built around 4.0L twin-turbo V8, rated at 621 horsepower across its midsize performance liftback sedan body style.
Source: Audi specifications
Q04Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2026 RS 7?
The 2026 Audi RS 7 is offered with Standard AWD (quattro).
Source: Audi specifications
Q05What changed for the 2026 RS 7?
Sold in one performance configuration; there is no separate lower-output RS 7 trim.
Source: Audi model-year information
Q06How much cargo space does the 2026 Audi RS 7 have, per EPA measurement?
The EPA lists 25 cubic feet of measured luggage or cargo volume for the 2026 Audi RS 7.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q07What trim levels does the 2026 Audi RS 7 come in?
A single trim: the RS 7 Performance.
Source: KBB and TrueCar 2026 Audi RS 7 research
Q08How much does the 2026 Audi RS 7 cost?
A base MSRP of $133,995.
Source: KBB and TrueCar 2026 Audi RS 7 research
Q09How fast is the 2026 Audi RS 7?
0-60 mph in 3.3 seconds.
Source: KBB and TrueCar 2026 Audi RS 7 research
Q10What kind of brakes does the 2026 Audi RS 7 have?
MotorTrend lists the 2026 Audi RS 7 with four-wheel disc brakes.
Q11What suspension does the 2026 Audi RS 7 use?
MotorTrend describes the 2026 Audi RS 7's suspension this way. Front: a multi-link design. Rear: a multi-link design.
Q12What is the 2026 Audi RS 7's top speed?
The 2026 Audi RS 7's top speed is 155 mph on every trim. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q13What size wheels does the 2026 Audi RS 7 have?
The 2026 Audi RS 7's wheel diameter is 21 inches on every trim. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2026 Audi RS 7.
Exact-vehicle evidence desk
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Source trail
Evidence behind the record
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Audi RS 7 official model pageManufacturer lineup, equipment and specifications
↗ (opens in a new tab)02FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataEPA-certified configuration and fuel-economy records
↗ (opens in a new tab)03NHTSA vehicle data and recallsVIN attributes, safety campaigns and ratings
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