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Audi · Luxury · 2013–2018

Audi RS7 C7

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
2.0 / 5.0 · Based on 2 engine variants

Generations

Engine Ratings

Stay Away! 10 weaknesses
Be Careful 10 weaknesses

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!DRC Suspension: Dampers and Central Valve Prone to Wear

The RS7 C7's Dynamic Ride Control suspension shares its design and weaknesses with the RS6 C7. Dampers and the hydraulic central valve fail from 80,000–120,000 km.

Symptoms: 'Suspension Fault' message, one-sided soft springing, wandering during lane changes, uneven handling between axles
from 100,000 km
Ad DRC shock absorber RS7 4G8DRC Zentralventil A7 4G8Gewindefahrwerk RS7 KW Bilstein
 High
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Above Average
13 complaints · 2013–2018
Engine
9
Cruise Control
1
Fuel System
1
Wipers & Visibility
1
Electrical
1

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Engine (9 complaints)
⚠ Cruise Control (1 complaints)
⚠ Fuel System (1 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 28 weaknesses have been documented for the Audi RS7 C7 (2013–2018) — 20 engine-related and 8 vehicle-related. One problem engine: CRDB (4.0L TFSI V8 BiTurbo). Typical issues affect Suspension, Other, Electronics, Brakes.

What to watch out for with the Audi RS7? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Audi RS7 C7 have? +
The Audi RS7 C7 has 20 known engine weaknesses and 8 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Audi RS7 C7? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: CWUB (4.0L TFSI V8 BiTurbo). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the CRDB (4.0L TFSI V8 BiTurbo). Problem engine: CRDB (4.0L TFSI V8 BiTurbo) — stay away!
Which Audi RS7 C7 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Audi RS7 C7 — rated: "Legendary!". {description} Same V8 as the RS6 C7, but the Sportback roofline makes the RS7 the more elegant statement. Functionally identical, emotionally different — less wagon pragmatism, more GT. On the Autobahn indistinguishable, in the parking lot the head-turner.
Is the Audi RS7 C7 worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the Audi RS7 C7 — 1 of 2 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'. The engine choice is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Audi RS7 C7? +
The Audi RS7 C7 is available with engine variants from 560 to 605 hp. Petrol: CWUB (4.0L TFSI V8 BiTurbo), CRDB (4.0L TFSI V8 BiTurbo).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee