The Audi RS 7 isn’t an ordinary sportback that looks cool with its sloping roofline and premium styling, but it is one of the most extreme cars to ever come out of the Audi stable. It’s bold, powerful, quite audible on the roads, and offers insane performance that can make any driver giggle with excitement.
2022 Audi RS7 Dashboard
The 2022 RS 7 Sportback promises to excite your senses whether it be with the powerful exhaust note, premium design elements on the inside, and a dramatic cabin design and handling capability. The 2022 Audi RS 7 comes with a price tag of $119,600 and it competes with the likes of the 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S 4-Door Coupe, 2022 BMW M8 Gran Coupe, and 2022 Porsche Panamera Turbo S.
2022 Audi RS 7 Interior Design, Dimensions, and Comfort
One look inside the 2022 Audi RS 7 will let you know that it is a dramatic sports sedan with motorsport roots. The all-black cabin with red contrast stitching, carbon fiber, and aluminum trim inserts as well as sharp lines across the dashboard and cabin remind you that it isn’t an ordinary Audi. It is a product of the RS division, a car that surely can transport five people from A to B, but in the most exhilarating way possible! The RS7’s interior largely resembles that of A7 with a more aggressive and sporty appeal that draws you in with its charm. Moreover, crystal clear infotainment and driver’s cockpit screens add to the overall aesthetics. The voice-activated dual-zone automatic climate control unit with individual rear HVAC vents take care of the ventilation duties while the heated leather-wrapped steering wheel and heated seats make sure that you are warm and cozy on winter nights.
2022 Audi RS7 Front Seats
The front seats are 10-way power-adjustable with heating function and are upholstered in Valcona leather trim. They also carry sporty ‘RS’ embossing as well as contrast honeycomb stitching in red. The seats are warm and comfy but also let us remind you that they are sporty bucket seats that keep you in place while you carve through corners. The second-row seats offer ample space as well. The RS 7 surprisingly has a decent amount of headroom in the second row as well despite the sloping roofline.
Models
2022 Audi RS7 Sportback
2021 Mercedes AMG GT 63 S
2022 BMW M8 Gran Coupe
2022 Porsche Panamera Turbo S
Seating Capacity
5
5
4
4
Interior Passenger Volume (ft³)
NA
NA
NA
NA
Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)
37/57.2/41.3
40.8/57.8/42.1
39.1/57.2/42.1
NA
Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)
37.1/55.9/37.0
38.2/57.2/35
39.1/54.6/36.6
NA
The BMW M8 Gran Coupe lacks the headroom and legroom that the Audi RS 7 has. On the other hand, the 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4-Door Coupe boasts a larger cabin than both of these cars. Nonetheless, RS7 and AMG GT 63 S can seat 5 people while the Panamera Turbo S and M8 Gran Coupe can only seat 4. However, take our word for it, for you can seat only 2 people comfortably in all four cars.
2022 Audi RS 7 Infotainment
The 2022 RS 7 comes only with the best of what Audi has on offer and the infotainment system and features certainly back that claim. The dual screen infotainment setup- 10.1-inch upper touch screen, an 8.6-inch lower touch screen displays and hosts all kinds of features including live telemetry, real-time power and torque data, and more. It proves to be one of the most intuitive and easy-to-use systems in the segment. The 12.3-inch driver’s display or better known as ‘Virtual Cockpit’ is a delight to look at as well.
2022 Audi RS7 Infotainment System
Connectivity features on board include Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity as well as 4G LTE WiFi hotspot as standard. One of the most exciting features inside the cabin surely has to be the 1820-watt 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen 3D premium sound system that gives you an experience like never before inside a sports car. A wireless charging pad and heads-up display features further add up to the luxury quotient.
Key Infotainment Features
10.1-inch Audi MMI touchscreen display, 8.6-inch lower touchscreen display
12.3-inch driver’s display
Heads-up display
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
1820-watt Bang & Olufsen 3D premium surround sound system with 19 speakers
Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity
4G LTE WiFi hotspot
MMI Navigation plus with the natural voice control system
Wireless charging pad
2022 Audi RS 7 Cargo Capacity
The sportback design certainly aids the cargo capacity when it comes to the Audi RS 7. It has a standard cargo capacity of 24.6 cu-ft. which is the largest in its segment.
2022 Audi RS7 Cargo Space
You also get a hands-free power liftgate for easy loading and unloading.
Models
2022 Audi RS7 Sportback
2021 Mercedes AMG GT 63 S
2022 BMW M8 Gran Coupe
2022 Porsche Panamera Turbo S
Standard Cargo Capacity (ft³)
24.6
N/A
11
17.6
Maximum Cargo capacity (ft³)
N/A
N/A
N/A
47.3
None of the counterparts in the segment seem to offer a cargo capacity as good as that of the RS 7. This makes it a practical option over the others as well as the price point of view. The M8 Gran Coupe offers the least cargo space in the competition. Panamera Turbo S offer a decent cargo space of 17.6 cubic feet.
Additional Interior Storage Spaces
Small storage spaces inside the 2022 RS 7 consist of a pair of cup holders for the front and second-row seats, an illuminated glove box, door bins, and a small storage bin on the center console and beneath the front armrest.
2022 Audi RS 7 Creature Comforts
Creature comforts inside the 2022 Audi RS 7 include the heated leather-wrapped steering wheel with RS shift paddles and RS badge, heated and ventilated seats, a wide and generous armrest for the front and rear respectively, as well as a heads-up display and a wireless charging pad. The cargo hatch does get remote access which makes it more convenient and easy to use. Other features include Four-zone automatic climate control, Power tilt and telescopic adjustable steering column with memory, Panoramic sunroof. Moreover, you can opt for heated rear seats and front seats with massaging function and memory function.
Verdict
The 2022 Audi RS 7 proves to be the best option in the segment as far as the price point of view goes as it delivers so much for a lesser price compared to its counterparts. The interior certainly looks to be the best of what Audi can offer in terms of quality, features, technology, and even comfort. The cargo space is excellent as well. And as far as the ‘sporty’ quotient goes, it can’t get any better!
