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The A7 Sportback has long been one of my favourite large 4 door coupe’s, especially in RS trim. However, even the base model is still a very attractive car with strong creases and bold “shoulders” it has a muscular presence. With slim HD matrix LED headlights as standard and large grill gives the A7 that “move over” rearview mirror image. The Coupe silhouette endows the Audi with a sleek side profile. The hatch like rear profile creates a fairly sizeable boot. The sloping roofline leads to the electronic rear wing and onto the new Audi Tail lamps that now span the full width of the car. In non RS trim, the rear is quite plain but neat.
A powerful 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 engine with 250 kW supplies effortless cruising and overtaking power in the A7 Sportback. A standard 48V mild-hybrid system provides greater comfort and efficiency. It also helps to keep fuel thirst down to 6.8 litre / 100 km corresponding to CO₂ emissions of 154 grams. This new mild hybrid system (MHEV) uses a 48-volt primary electrical system. A belt alternator starter (BAS) works together with a lithium-ion battery and achieves a recuperation performance of up to 12 kW when braking. At speeds between 55 and 160 km/h, the four-door coupé can coast in freewheeling mode with the engine deactivated and then restarted comfortably via the BAS.
Interior.
The interior fuses design and technology in a unique way. With a large panoramic glass sunroof as standard, the interior lounge of the A7 brightens up. Its reduced, clean design language is based on a one-of-a-kind balance of tension and coolness. The horizontal lines and sleek instrument panel provide for a feeling of airy spaciousness. The centre console is oriented toward the driver, underscoring the Gran Turismo’s sporty character. All colours, upholstery materials and inlays underscore the new aesthetic in the vehicle. Standard seats are available in Milano leather with an upgrade to a Sport seat or an S Sport seat that comes fitted with the sophisticated Valcona leather or the S embossing as part of the S line Sports package. The standard contour ambient lighting package traces the contours and subtly highlights the space in 30 different colours. I find the Audi interior design one of the best.
The 10.1-inch upper display (in combination with MMI navigation plus) is tilted toward the driver. With its black-panel optics and framed in a graphite grey aluminium clasp, it almost disappears into the dashboard when switched off. The body supporting the clasp is itself a geometric sculpture. The display’s user interface appears as soon as the car is opened. In keeping with the interior design, the look is reduced and succinct. The 4-zone comfort automatic air-conditioning system is another standard feature on the Audi A7 Sportback.
As in the picture below riding on 21″ rims, I find this A7 incredibly good looking. If I was in the position to purchase this type of car it would definitely be high up my list. What would you choose?
