The Audi A7 Sportback is pure high-tech. Its body is very lightweight thanks to numerous aluminum components. The elegant interior shows a craftsman's level of workmanship. The four V6 engines combine refined power with groundbreaking efficiency. The 3.0 TDI with 150 kW (204 hp) and multitronic has CO2 emissions of just 139 grams per kilometer (223.70 g/mile). The sporty chassis comes with new solutions, such as electromechanical power steering. When it comes to assistance and infotainment systems, the luxury-class coupe exhibits all of the innovative power expected of Audi.
Audi offers a wide range of the latest-generation driver assistance systems. They are tightly networked with one another and other systems in the vehicle, making them extremely capable and versatile. The respective control units are connected via the fast and modern FlexRay bus system, allowing the driver assistance and chassis systems to be precisely controlled.
The heart of the driver assistance systems is the new adaptive cruise control with stop & go function (ACC). It uses the data from four radar sensors, a video camera and the ultrasonic sensors, incorporates navigation data and analyzes a multitude of additional signals, from the activity of the turn signals to the steering angle to trailer detection. Its functions range from automatic stop & go in rush-hour traffic to the electronic monitoring of high-speed highway driving at speeds of up to 250 km/h (155.34 mph).
The driver uses the MMI system to determine how the vehicle should behave in ACC mode. The choices are "dynamic" - powerful acceleration when the roads are clear, spontaneous and direct when following traffic; "standard" - balanced in all situations; or relaxed and fuel-efficient cruising in "comfort" mode.
The Audi pre sense safety system is available in a number of different versions in the Audi A7 Sportback. It uses the highly networked systems on board and initiates preventive measures in the event of an imminent collision. In the version Audi pre sense basic, the system reacts when it detects an instable driving situation. The front seatbelts are electrically tensioned; the sunroof and the side windows are closed, leaving just a small gap; and the traffic behind is warned.
Audi pre sense rear is coupled with Audi side assist. If it detects a critical situation - an imminent rear-end collision - it ensures that the traffic behind is alarmed via the emergency flashers. If the situation escalates, preventive protective measures are activated.
If the driver does not stay in the lane, the system intervenes gently in the steering to steer the Audi A7 Sportback back on course. The system can take vehicles and objects in the adjacent lane into account while doing so.
The second innovation is the park assist system, which is the top version of the three parking aid systems offered by Audi. It uses ultrasonic sensors that detect parallel and horizontal parking spaces on the side of the road while driving slowly. If the space is large enough, the system takes over parallel parking at the push of a button. The driver only has to apply the gas and brake. The park assist system maneuvers the Audi A7 Sportback into the smallest of parking spaces. The system can parallel park with multiple forward and reversing motions, and can also park the car in spaces perpendicular to the road.
Infotainment and navigation are two other fields of technology where the Audi A7 Sportback sets new standards. In addition to the standard MMI radio, Audi offers three optional systems: MMI radio plus, MMI navigation and MMI navigation plus with MMI touch. All four systems have a retracting monitor.
Except for MMI navigation plus, all MMI versions uses a 6.5-inch monitor. An 8-inch monitor is included in combination with MMI touch. The system integrates a large hard drive that can also be used to store music and files, convenient voice control and a Bluetooth interface. Its high-resolution 8-inch monitor displays map images and many points of interest in three dimensions.
As in the A8 luxury sedan, MMI touch comes with a groundbreaking innovation - a touchpad with black panel technology. The driver enters a destination or a telephone number by drawing the letters and numbers on the touch-sensitive control panel with a finger. The system provides acoustic feedback so that the driver's eyes can stay on the road. MMI touch also recognizes the characters of Asian languages.
The Audi A7 Sportback will hit the market with four direct-injection V6 engines: two gasoline units and two diesels. Ranging from 150 to 220 kW (204 to 300 hp), the engines propel the large five-door coupe smoothly and powerfully, with astonishing efficiency. The 3.0 TDI multitronic with front-wheel drive and 150 kW (204 hp) consumes on average just 5.3 liters of fuel per 100 km (44.38 US mpg), corresponding to CO2 emissions of just 139 g per km (223.70 g/mile). No competitor in this class can boast figures this low. All engines use Audi's innovative thermal management system, a recuperation system and a start-stop system.
Audi has thoroughly revised the two gasoline engines, the 2.8 FSI and the 3.0 TFSI, with respect to internal friction and thermal management. The engines quickly come up to operating temperature following a cold start. A separate heat exchanger is used to also bring the transmission up to temperature. The 2.8 FSI has an additional efficiency technology on board - the Audi valvelift system varies the stroke of the intake valves as needed. This enables the engine to breathe with significantly reduced throttle losses in many partial-load ranges, boosting torque and reducing fuel consumption.
With the top gasoline engine, the 3.0 TFSI, a supercharger compresses the intake air for improved efficiency and performance. The three-liter V6 produces 220 kW (300 hp) between 5,250 and 6,500 rpm, and delivers 440 Nm (324.53 lb-ft) of torque between 2,900 and 4,500 rpm. The supercharged engine, which in Europe is mated to the S tronic and the quattro powertrain, gives the five-door coupe the performance of a sports car.
The standard sprint takes just 5.6 seconds, and top speed is limited to 250 km/h (155.34 mph). Standard fuel consumption is just 8.2 liters per 100 km (28.68 US mpg), corresponding to 190 grams CO2 per km (305.78 g/mile).
The second version of the 3.0 TDI, which will follow somewhat later, does even better in this discipline. It produces 150 kW (204 hp) between 3,750 and 4,500 rpm. With front-wheel drive and the stepless multitronic automatic transmission, it really flaunts its efficiency: 139 grams CO2 per km (223.70 g/mile) and an average fuel consumption of 5.3 liters per 100 km (44.38 US mpg) are groundbreaking figures. With the new Efficiency TDI, the front-wheel drive Audi A7 Sportback accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 8.1 seconds and reaches a top speed of 234 km/h (145.40 mph).
With the 3.0 TDI with 150 kW (204 hp), the timing of the cam shafts, the turbocharger and the common rail system with an injection pressure of 2,000 bar have been designed specifically for low fuel consumption. With front-wheel drive, the V6 diesel produces 400 Nm (295.02 lb-ft) of torque. The power is continuously available between 1,250 and 3,500 rpm. With quattro all-wheel drive, it is 450 Nm (331.90 lb-ft) of torque that is available between 1,250 and 3,500 rpm.
Some of the groundbreaking efficiency of the Audi A7 Sportback can be attributed to the transmission. Audi provides two different technologies. The multitronic sends the power to the front wheels; the seven-speed S tronic is paired with quattro permanent all-wheel drive.
Both transmissions are characterized by low internal friction and high efficiency. They feature a wide spread with long gear ratios for high-speed driving. The transmissions are integrated into the engine's thermal management system and can access the predictive route data from the navigation system. Both the multitronic and the S tronic have the differential upstream of the clutch, i.e. directly behind the engine. This enabled the development engineers to place the front axle far to the front for a longer wheelbase and more even distribution of axle loads.
The continuous multitronic automatic transmission, which has been intensively revised for use in the Audi A7 Sportback, allows the engine to constantly run in the range for its optimal efficiency. Its smoothness shines in everyday driving. It offers a sport mode and a manual mode with eight fixed gear ratios for a sporty driving experience. As with the seven-speed S tronic, the driver can change gears using the selector lever or the paddles on the steering wheel.
The seven-speed S tronic combines the convenience of an automatic with the efficiency of a manual transmission. Shifts are performed by switching between two independent clutches that service different gears. They take only a few hundredths of a second and are so smooth that they are barely noticeable. Two fully automatic programs are available in addition to the manual mode.
The Audi A7 Sportback comes with the new evolutionary stage of quattro permanent all-wheel drive that debuted in the RS 5 high-performance coupe. The new quattro drive system provides superior stability and traction, enabling the Audi A7 Sportback to easily pull away from its rear-wheel drive competitors when exiting a corner.
Its central component is the crown-gear center differential. It can widely vary the distribution of torque between the front and rear axles very quickly, with up to 70 percent flowing to the front or as much as 85 percent to the rear, if necessary. The default 40:60 ratio offers a sporty rear bias. The new differential is compact and lightweight.
The crown-gear center differential comes standard in combination with torque vectoring, which is also new. The electronic system can act on each of the four wheels individually. If the load on the inside wheel is reduced too much while the car is being driven dynamically, that wheel is braked ever so slightly and almost unnoticeably before it can begin to slip.
Audi offers the sport differential, a high-tech axle drive, as a complementary option that actively distributes the power between the rear wheels. When the driver steers or accelerates in a curve, much of the torque flows to the outside wheel - in turn perfectly re-orienting the car. The system nips any tendency for oversteer or understeer in the bud, giving the large five-door coupe maximum dynamics and driving precision.
The Audi A7 Sportback combines the supreme comfort of a luxury sedan with the handling of a sporty coupe thanks to its sophisticated chassis. All control arms and many other components are made of aluminum. The track measures 1.64 meters (5.38 ft) up front and 1.63 meters (5.35 ft) at the rear. The five-link front suspension and the track-controlled, trapezoidal link rear suspension provide for superior driving and comfort qualities.
The electromechanical steering of the Audi A7 Sportback has been developed from the ground up. Its servo boost varies as a function of driving speed. Steering feel is precise and sensitive; the steering ratio of 15.87:1 is very direct. The new electromechanical power steering is also very efficient because it does not have to draw any energy while driving straight ahead. It saves as much as 0.3 liters per 100 km. The steering works closely together with the optional Audi active lane assist system.
The Audi A7 Sportback comes standard with a comfortable steel-spring suspension. An optional sport suspension with a 10-millimeter lower ride height is also available, and quattro GmbH offers an even tauter sport suspension. Audi also offers an optional air suspension with four electronically controlled shock absorbers. The adaptive air suspension has been redesigned, with struts up front and separate air springs and dampers in the back.
Another high-end feature in the Audi A7 Sportback is the Audi drive select driving dynamics system. The standard version incorporates the automatic transmission, the electromechanical power steering and the engine control unit. The driver can vary the function of these components between the four modes "comfort," "auto," "dynamic" and "individual." Additional modules can also be integrated, including the adaptive air suspension, quattro with sport differential and adaptive light.
The Audi A7 Sportback is equipped with a powerful brake system. All discs are internally ventilated. The five-door coupe rolls on large, 18-inch alloy wheels; the 255/45 tires are equipped with a pressure monitor. 19-inch and 20-inch wheels are also available. The 20-inch wheels are available with a chrome finish, in two colors or partly or fully polished. All tires have been optimized for rolling resistance, with run-flat versions available as an option.
The Audi A7 Sportback will debut with an opulent array of standard features. These include the deluxe automatic air conditioning system, keyless ignition via the engine start-stop button, the four-spoke leather multifunction steering wheel, the xenon headlights, the LED tail lights, the MMI radio with the 6.5-inch monitor, the electromechanical parking brake, the power rear hatch, the 18-inch alloy wheels and an acoustic windshield. The safety package leaves nothing to be desired, with two front, side and head airbags, four belt tensioners and the integral head restraint system.
A wide range of optional equipment is available for even greater comfort and convenience. These include the head-up display, a park assist system, a speed limit display, a four-zone automatic air conditioning system, an auxiliary heating system, insulating/acoustic glazing, a heated steering wheel rim, a power-adjustable steering column, sunblinds for the rear window, two ambient lighting packages, power-assisted closing for the doors, a garage door opener and the convenience key for keyless vehicle access. The choice of seats is also first-class - from power-adjustable comfort seats with heating, cooling and massage to sport seats. A storage package keeps things tidy.
Audi has prepared a large number of special features for those who appreciate the exceptional: a leather package, various upscale decorative inlays, black window styling and an S line sport package that drapes the interior in black. It is combined with a taut sport suspension, 19-inch wheels, sport seats and a special leather steering wheel. There is a complementary S line exterior package with updates to the exterior design available as an option. A number of additional suggestions are included in the Audi exclusive program.
Lighting technology is a particular Audi strength. The adaptive light with continuous headlight range control is available as an option for the Audi A7 Sportback with xenon plus headlights. The top-of-the-line version is the LED headlights with the high-beam assistant, which automatically switches between the high and low beams.
The brand also offers a choice of attractive technologies for the chassis. These are quattro all-wheel drive with sport differential as a complement to quattro permanent all-wheel drive, the adaptive air suspension and a range of wheels in sizes up to 20 inches.
The large five-door coupe also features state-of-the-art assistance systems. Audi offers the night vision assistant with highlighting of detected pedestrians, various versions of the Audi pre sense safety system, adaptive cruise control with stop & go function, the speed limit display, Audi side assist and Audi active lane assist. There are even three different parking aid systems to make parking easier - with classic sensors, with a reversing camera and with an autonomous parking function with the park assist system.
Navigation and communication are covered by the MMI operating system, which is available in three versions with and without navigation. There is also the online Bluetooth car phone, three sound systems, a TV module, a DVD changer and a digital radio tuner.
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