2023 Audi RS7 Sportback Photos, engines & full specs

In late 2022, Audi unveiled the RS7 performance, the most powerful to that date version of the RS7, and besides the engine upgrades, there were also other parts that were improved.

While BMW and Mercedes-AMG offered sedans for their M 5 and E63 executive sedans, Audi placed its bets on the station wagon of the A6, the RS6, and the four-door coupe RS7. The RS7 was, in fact, more of a hatchback at a larger scale. Something that neither one of Audi's direct competitors didn't have in their offers.

The RS7 performance version didn't hide its power and boasted a front lower grille, side scoops, side sills, and the rear diffuser finished in matte gray. In addition, the standard 21" alloy wheels were a statement about the car's performance. There was also a set of 22" alloys on the options list. Thanks to their design, these wheels exposed the large brakes. In addition, Audi introduced two new colors with the performance version, the Ascari Blue and the matte Dew Silver.

Inside, the carmaker offered a pair of high-bolstered bucket seats at the front and a split-folding bench in the rear. While it was possible to fit three people on the rear bench, it was profiled just for two occupants. In addition, it sported RS7 lettering embroidered on the seatbacks. At the front, the Alcantara materials were offered in a choice of three colors: gray, red, and blue.

But the most significant modification was under the skin, where the 4.0-liter powerplant received a power upgrade. In addition, the carmaker installed a new, lighter center differential that could transfer the torque between the front and rear wheels faster than the regular RS7.