4 WORST And 7 BEST Things About The 2023 Audi RS7

Audi RS7, BMW M5 or E63 AMG?
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0:00 - Intro

BAD:

0:29 - Price

At least for 2023 while they all have turbo V8s and pricing data available
The M5 is due for a new gen featuring a hybrid V8
And the next E63 we’ll see will pack a 4 cylinder
But as they sit currently
This car is a 2023
2024 starts at $128k
2023 M5 started at ~110k
2023 E63 AMG start ~ $114k
Which is shocking to see the Audi so much more than the others..but in truth the RS7 is more expensive than it’s own kin too
RS6 starts $126k - 2k less
eTron GT, which has similar power and performance, starts $106k

1:29 - Relative performance

The RS7 and RS6 twins are making 591 hp and about the same number in torque
And they’re getting to 60 in a shade over 3.5 seconds
The AMG is over 600 hp
And so is the M5, even in non-Comp trim
And both are closer to 3 seconds flat to 60
And both are a bit more dynamic, louder, and more unhinged…if you’re into that sort of thing

2:32 - Overly subtle Interior design

Another classic Audi personality trait…the subtlety

Sure you have an RS button on your wheel and it says RS at the bottom, but it’s just a little subdued…but hey some people like that!

3:07 - Too simple

This is kind of partner point to what we just talked about, but less specifically on the design and more about the little tech details
Boring ambient light
No crazy tech gimmicks - BMWs have drift mode now

GOOD:

3:49 - Daily drive

The Audi thing I love is the duality of the personality

The M car and AMG don’t ease back and JUST become luxury cars
They’re kind of always nudging you to drive harder…which could be a real problem for your license

The RS7 with its air suspension relaxes way better and just becomes an A7 when you want it to

4:48 - Cargo and practicality

As mentioned this brings liftback practicality
Trunk space is enormous
HUGE fan of this
First gen RS7 one of my fav cars
If you need more trunk space get the RS6

5:19 - Still fun to drive

I knwo we’ve talked a lot about how this car isn’t as fast or crazy as the M car and it’s not as unhinged as the AMG

And it does the comfort thing better than both of them

And I think that starts to paint an unfair image of this car
I don’t say these things to suggest the RS7 ISNT fun - it is!

It handles beautifully

6:31 - Rear seats

Very spacious
Excellent diamond stitching
4 zone climate
Heated seats
Light up seatbelt ports

7:01 - Quality

Very familiar Audi
Same as SQ7, RSQ8, RS6, etc
Excellent built
Exquisite materials
Exposed carbon fiber

7:29 - Engine siblings & Sound

And that’s because the engine you get here is the same engine you get in car royalty

Porsche Panamera Turbo
Porsche Cayenne Turbo
Lambirghini Urus
Bentley Bentayga
And of course Audi’s own RS6, S8, SQ7, RSQ8, etc

8:48 - Lux touches

Heated and cooled seats
massage seats
Heated rear seats
Great leathers and stitching
Big screens for your cluster and infotainment

I mean, it’s never lost on me that this is a luxury car

9:23 - Conclusion

[dwnshft]

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[LvDeluxe]

The RS7 is competing with the GT63 four door, which is more expensive and the four door M8 which is also more expensive. So you were right in saying the Audi is usually the more fairly priced German machine.

[wackit]

This car has so much personality. It looks sinister. Sounds incredible. Sometimes that’s the most important even if its competitors might be a hair better. The heart wants what the heart wants…..

[Trench_j]

Once I’ve had enough of my 21’ RS5 this will be my next upgrade. RS7 always looks and the sounds the best comparable to its competitors. Power doesn’t matter, I’m not racing on my weekend drives. The car is gorgeous inside and out I just wish Audi would knock it off with all the PIANO BLACK 😩 plz

[GForceSS]

I just bought a new 2024 Audi RS7 performance. The AMG just didn’t look mean enough to me. Most new BMWs grille designs, I find I just can’t get used to.
My new Audi’s tech, the exhaust note, the ride, the handling and quality and attention to detail just shine through every time I drive it. The 621 hp is right there all the time. I absolutely love it. My only niggle is the fuel tank is a bit small for a car this size. Still 17.6 mpg city/highway is about what my 2015 Chevy SS got with 416 hp. This RS7 is simply amazing. No other car came close for me. ❤

[marcusadabs]

Great overview of the RS7, although the price you quoted is for the ‘24 “performance” model which has 621 HP and 627 TQ with a 0-60 closer to the competition. With that said not sure if that would change the justification of purchasing one but might for some.

[swingkat]

Saw one of these on the road yesterday in CA. Such a sleeper! Cool car.

[Khaladkartv]

I dream to have one of these! Love it to death and am going to tune the hell out of it :)

[dyessman]

I have the 2024 me laugh we people talk about the downside on taking these on a "road course". No one takes these on a road course. The tech is awesome, the quality of interior is FAR superior to Benz and BMW and compared to those two for a nice daily....no comparison.

[Digital-suzd]

Hey great channel!
DAILY DRIVER: This OR S-Class 580 you also reviewed?

[spadecamp]

Nice❤ can it spit fire when you gear up and gear down? I just want to know😢

[slump]

I’m pretty sure this car competes with the M8 gran coupe and GT-4 door, both of which are more expensive when comparably equipped. The M5 and E63 would compete with the RS6.

[elrel]

Rs7 or CTV Blackwing? Which one should I buy

[Will-gqgn]

If it weren’t for the voice I would’ve thought it was Tom Brady showing me this car

[younow]

0:53 not a 4 pot, but a straight six plug in hybrid. However, amg may go back on this due to the shambolic sales of the w206 C63, just like they are doing with the Cle63. V8’s or nothing…

[tooog]

The mansory edition of the 2024 rs7 is so beautiful and faster than the regular rs7. Not sure how to get it or how much it costs for that edition

[n-da-bunka]

You can save about $30K by simply buying the S7 variant of this car and you will get 95% of the RS7. At least that is what I did in 2017 and still drive it even though it now has nearly 80K miles on it. Yes, I have had all recalls and services done. It's still in great shape and LOVE the v8 twin turbo. No, I have not (yet) tuned it to the 700HP potential but am considering that vs. buying a new, used one

[Lionheart_He-Man]

RS7 is a sinister badass especially in all black

[younow]

The E63 and M5 are both track weapons wrapped up in executive saloon disguises. The Rs7 is a botox A7 with a big engine, it’s just not on the same level as the other two. However, it’s probably the best choice of the 3 for the average auto enthusiast; the easiest to live with, the meanest looks and probably the most presence

[MadaniMTall]

Love this car. Can be driven like a race car or as a plush sedan