Audi S7 Sportback 2012 Review

Audi S7 Sportback uses the same engine as the S6 and S6 Avant, the new 4.0 TFSI with 309 kW (420 hp) and 550 Nm (405.66 pounds-ft) of torque. V8 twin-turbo five-door coupe accelerates from 0-100 km / h (62.14 mph) in 4.9 seconds and top speed is limited to 250 km / h (155.34 mph).

They have grown eight-cylinder Audi uses "roll-on-demand" technology under partial load, spend an average of only 9.7 liters of fuel per 100 km (24.25 U.S. mpg).

Much of this innovation performance can be read by a frame of light. The hybrid structure of aluminum, weighs about 15 percent less than traditional all steel frame. Lightweight components are along the back door opens and closes electrically in series. The following is a trunk with a volume of 535 liters (18.89 cubic feet), which rises 1390 liters (49.09 cubic feet) with rear seatbacks are folded down.

Audi S7 Sportback 2012
Audi S7 Sportback 2012
Engine and chassis

S7 Sportback Audi powertrain offers a dynamic seven-speed S tronic and quattro permanent four-wheel drive for the center limited slip differential and torque vectoring. Optional Audi sport differential to share power in variable proportions between the rear wheels.

S7 Sportback comes standard with adaptive air suspension sport, and Audi, the dynamics of the selection system. Mounted on the back of the 19-inch wheels are big, ventilated disc brakes front and rear. Their matte black brake calipers in front of the sports logos S7. The carbon-ceramic discs are optional.

Other options are the platforms for 19 - and 20-inch wheels and a dynamic steering, which varies its ratio according to speed.

Audi S7 Sportback 2012
Audi S7 Sportback 2012

Body and design.

The design of the Audi S7 Sportback is transparent. The long bonnet, long wheelbase and short overhangs create perfect proportions. The low roof line stretched dynamically gives the character a model of a five-door coupe. At highway speeds, ranging from a tailgate spoiler to improve stability.

Hienotkin yet captivating details of the signal on the flagship of the series 4980 mm (16.34 m) S7 Sportback. These can be found in a frame of the grille, front bumper, mirrors, rear bumper skirts, the diffuser and tailpipes. Nine exterior colors are available, including an exclusive hue Estoril Blue Crystal Prism effect, and Silver, Crystal effects. The body is decorated with S and T marks the V8.

Audi S7 Sportback 2012 interior
Audi S7 Sportback 2012 interior

The Interior.

S7 Sportback demonstrates its sporty nature indoors, too. This can be seen in many details - S signs, the red ring of start-stop, the illuminated logo S7 doors, aluminum tape is the selector lever to the S tronic gearbox and aluminum paddles. Pedals and footrest are made of stainless steel, and buttons for the MMI operating system are aluminum-look finish.

Customers can choose standard aluminum decorative inlays, coal, ash, oak natural grain and layers of Beaufort. Black, silver and beige moon Goa (for the upholstery of the seat) make up the color palette for the headliner, dash, carpets and seats. The standard upholstery is a combination of pearl nappa leather and Alcantara, with notes of leather and are available as options Valcona Milano.

Audi S7 Sportback team sports seats with height-adjustable with power lumbar support S standard. Comfort seats and regular seats are optional. The seat backs are etched with sports logos S S.
Computer.

Delivery of the S7 Sportback is scheduled to begin in spring 2012. Among the highlights are the standard equipment of the xenon plus headlights with LED daytime running lights, the driver information system with color screen and radio and audio system and versatile MMI. The two poles of information are easy to use.

S7 Sportback can be equipped with all the accessories is a high-end model in the series. In addition, all driver assistance and infotainment systems are available, including Bluetooth car telephone network, connecting the S7 Sportback with the Internet.