What are the differences between Audi S7 and RS7?

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PeytonLynn
07/29/25 7:04pm
Appearance, power, and drive system are the differences between the Audi RS7 and Audi S7. The S7 is developed based on the Audi A7, which is the first generation of this model series. The Audi RS7 is a new model in the Audi RS series designed by designer Adriano Mudri. The specific differences between the Audi RS7 and S7 are as follows: Appearance: The Audi S7 has a more noticeable sporty exterior design. However, as the highest-performance model in this series, the Audi RS7 uses a sport package, highlighting its sporty performance with prominent RS badges. Its side body and rear design are similar to the Audi R8, while the car doors adopt Lamborghini's classic scissor door design. The rear lines are more rounded, featuring a dual-exit exhaust system, giving it a more sporty potential. The taillight strips and the raised rear spoiler are highlights, with tire specifications of 255/35R21 and body dimensions of 4979*1908*1413mm. The Audi RS7 features a simpler dual single-barrel exhaust system, giving it a supercar feel. It also adopts a full-width taillight strip design, in line with Audi's reputation as the "Light Factory." The tire specifications are 275/35R21, and the body dimensions are 5009*1950*1422mm. Power: The Audi S7 is equipped with a DKM twin-turbocharged engine, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, with a displacement of 2.8L and a fuel grade of 95. The DKM twin-turbocharged engine has a maximum output power of 331 kW and a maximum torque of 600 Nm, with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 4.6 seconds and an NEDC combined fuel consumption of 9.1L/100km. The Audi RS7 is equipped with a DJP twin-turbocharged engine, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, with a displacement of 4.0L and a fuel grade of 98. The DJP twin-turbocharged engine has a maximum output power of 411 kW and a maximum torque of 800 Nm, with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 3.7 seconds and an NEDC combined fuel consumption of 11.7L/100km. Drive System: The main difference lies in the four-wheel-drive system. The Audi S7's center differential is a crown gear differential, while the Audi RS7's center differential is a Torsen-based quattro system.
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