Any major issues with RS7?

[T4Fun]

hi, i am not a troll, but long time infiniti and lexus owner.
sick of japanese not being on par with audi and porsche, but reliability is a plus+.

seriously considering getting a RS7. Read someone in canada had leaking oil from engine.

What has been your owner experiences? Any problems, recalls, defective issues with RS7?

[VeryBadman]

Aside the issues from human stupidity, I have not had any issue whatsoever and my car is almost 2 years old since the previous owner but to be honest with you, you can't expect the same level of reliability as Lexus from any German brands but Audi has been getting more and more positive feedback in that category in the past few years.

[etvois]

handcuffs

[CanuckRS]

Heh, that oil problem was me. Once they replaced the vehicle, the new one has been without issue and is rock solid. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend getting one, it's a fantastic all round vehicle.

[jasonlitka]

S6, not RS7, but the fuel economy isn't great on short, local drives. Not that I expected it to be, but I'm getting like 12MPG because my car isn't fully warmed up for 75% of my drive to work and back. I'm also not a huge fan of the look, which is why I went with the 6 instead of the 7. Mechanically though, I haven't heard of any issues.

[T4Fun]

Heh, that oil problem was me. Once they replaced the vehicle, the new one has been without issue and is rock solid. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend getting one, it's a fantastic all round vehicle.

i am glad it worked out.
I really love the rs7, but coming from lexus and infiniti just afraid of the break down issues. Other cars ive considered include upcoming infiniti q50 turbo, lexus gs-f. Want an awd performance sedan. Not going with bmw or mb. too many issues there. Hate the porsche and the way it looks. just hideous.

[T4Fun]

jason. thanks for your input
im right around the corner from you in wayne.

[HyperM3]

Biggest issue Ive come across is that I cant afford one.

[VeryBadman]

Biggest issue Ive come across is that I cant afford one.

I have a hunch that someone will come and say that his big issue is "It's still not powerful enough and you need a tune"

[jasonlitka]

jason. thanks for your input
im right around the corner from you in wayne.

Nice, there are a surprising number of locals on here.

I came from a 2006 Infiniti G35x, so very similar to your 2005. Wouldn't go near a Lexus though.

[Sd76]

Biggest issue Ive come across is that I cant afford one.

Lol! Me too!


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[goliath1]

it's way too fast

[CanuckRS]

it's way too fast

Agreed, it's ridonculous even in stock form.

Today i took the long route to drop off the RS7 for it's first service and accelerating in the wet out of an on-ramp you know what it feels like to be a passenger in the millenium falcon. Life just becomes a blurr, the sensations are very cool.

[tonymission]

Agreed, it's ridonculous even in stock form.

Today i took the long route to drop off the RS7 for it's first service and accelerating in the wet out of an on-ramp you know what it feels like to be a passenger in the millenium falcon. Life just becomes a blurr, the sensations are very cool.

First car I've ever owned -- including tuned S6 -- that gave me the rollercoaster feeling in my stomach.

[MadAboutCars]

First car I've ever owned -- including tuned S6 -- that gave me the rollercoaster feeling in my stomach.

Perhaps your S6 had a problem. My tuned S6 gives me the roller coaster feeling. I've driven both and my tuned S6 feels equally as quick as a stock RS6. Or perhaps the Unitronic tune is better...

[Nabizzy]

Biggest issue Ive come across is that I cant afford one.

Start a Go Fund me on here, worked out great on the B8 forum

[jpatick]

Ha ha COTD Nabizzy!


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[JoeCaMotto]

Biggest issue Ive come across is that I cant afford one.

Me 3

[Deep Sea S4]

a bad exhaust flap that needed replacing and most recently we just got it back from the shop where it needed a couple o2 sensors replaced. Was throwing an engine code.

Get one, they are awesome.

[martz]

not a very good track car due to weight but otherwise it's amazing.

[T4Fun]

not a very good track car due to weight but otherwise it's amazing.

would you get a nissan GTR instead? ive been pondering the issue

[VeryBadman]

would you get a nissan GTR instead? ive been pondering the issue

That guy has a lambo though LOL. Anyway, I wouldn't take a GTR over RS7. They are both great but totally different car so for what RS7 is good at, GTR wouldn't make a cut.

[martz]

would you get a nissan GTR instead? ive been pondering the issue

GTR would kill the RS7 on the track but for day to day driving it does not even compare to the RS7.. I drove the GTR on normal public roads and it was a snore fest. Go the RS7, it's a heavy car but damn it is a beast and fun to drive!!

[Kirks5oh]

I daily both my Bolton gtr and my rs7, depending on the week. Rs7 has much more comfort for daily use. But the power on the gtr with downpipes, intake, and tune makes the Audi feel quick, but not scary quick. I'll be tuning mine this summer, and go for tens. Gtr is a mid-10 second car right now

[CR8LUCK]

I've had 4 Infiniti's, Lexus, BMW, Mercs, and 4 Audi's along with several other cars over the years and the Audi's have always been the best overall. No major issues, great performance, hold their value, etc.. I have an S7 with catless DP, Intake, and GIAC ECU/TCU tune and I drive it aggressively every day both in handling and speed. The car has 33k miles and no real issues. I had an air compressor go out, but it was days after I lowered it and I think something got messed up. They covered under warranty and no biggie. I would not worry about reliability. The car is very fun to drive, and it's amazing to see such a big car take out most things on the road. I hung with a GTR recently, whooped an M5, blew away an SRT and an SS. There are very few cars that can touch the fit, finish and performance.


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[1stRinger]

Had the exhaust flap problem, replaced under warranty. Other than that, RS7 is a dream.


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[tonymission]

My issue is no one wants to race me anymore. Was always getting into trouble with the S6, but recently had even an M5 kind of wave me off at the light saying "sorry dude, I'm all stock" as if I was the fastest sedan on the road or something (heh).
Think the color has to do with it a bit... this Nogaro Blue is getting constant attention/questions/etc.

[chucky0731]

My issue is that I can't push my RS7 near the limit of her engine....not even close to half of her limit. I live in Los Angeles where there's constant traffic everywhere 7 days a week. I guess I can try to get up at 3AM in the morning and have a drive on the fwy but I like my sleep better.

[tonymission]

My issue is that I can't push my RS7 near the limit of her engine....not even close to half of her limit. I live in Los Angeles where there's constant traffic everywhere 7 days a week. I guess I can try to get up at 3AM in the morning and have a drive on the fwy but I like my sleep better.

You can't go inland a bit? We used to get a bit crazy driving up 55 from OC into Riverside county when I lived out there.
Now in GA, I just head north towards the Blue Ridge mountains and things open up a lot... there are a couple flat 2 mile strips with full visibility to go balls out. Sunday morning drive with the family at church is my favorite. I figure they're praying for me... ;-)

[chucky0731]

You can't go inland a bit? We used to get a bit crazy driving up 55 from OC into Riverside county when I lived out there.
Now in GA, I just head north towards the Blue Ridge mountains and things open up a lot... there are a couple flat 2 mile strips with full visibility to go balls out. Sunday morning drive with the family at church is my favorite. I figure they're praying for me... ;-)

Couple of times I was able to kinda push the car...past 100mph going to/coming back from Palm Springs on the 10Fwy for a few minutes. I got so nervous because that stretch of 10Fwy is notorious for being speed trap.

[hdnjry85]

I drive a lot, average over 1k a week, and just replaced my A6 with an RS7 as my daily driver, put 5k on it the 1st month without an issue. My A6 was the 3.0, with an APR stage 2 tune. Daily driver, 155k miles in less than 3 years with zero issues. It's now my niece's car and I have zero concerns about the RS7. As fast and as fun as my A6 was, this RS is just feels amazing. I'll be getting the APR stage I tune done this Friday, and will update the forum with my impressions of if there's any issues.

[3rdBNCC]

This is my 6th Audi and nothing but good things to say about reliability. The only thing about the RS cars is you pay to play when owning these. For example, brake replacements (and you will be changing them) are not cheap. Usually in the $2500 to $3000 range. I considered and test drove a GTR this time around, could not have less impressed with the experience compared to the RS7. Once tuned, the RS7 becomes an absolute beast for straight line performance. Nearly nothing can touch them on the street. IMO is the ultimate blend of luxury and performance, you will not be disappointed if you purchase one.

[socialpro]

All our recent Audis have been rock solid, RS7 included. My B8.5 S4 has never been to the dealership once outside of scheduled maintenance for 3.5 years of ownership.

[raudiace4]

I'm looking to get into a RS7 in the spring, and really like the look of the face-lifted models. Besides the headlights/taillights and updated MMI, what are the differences between C7 and C7.5?

I had a Tune/ Downpipe 2014 E63 AMG and it was an absolute highway monster but the transmission on it was horribly laggy and bogged the car off the line every time. Are there any reliability issues with the RS7 ZF 8 speed at tuned power levels?

[Packy]

S6, not RS7, but the fuel economy isn't great on short, local drives. Not that I expected it to be, but I'm getting like 12MPG because my car isn't fully warmed up for 75% of my drive to work and back. I'm also not a huge fan of the look, which is why I went with the 6 instead of the 7. Mechanically though, I haven't heard of any issues.

wow, my life average is about 21mpg's. On the flip side, I've gotten 34.7mpg's on a 37 mile highway run. Only time my average reads 12mpg is in the first mile. Then again, you're in PA, that's cold. brrrr. lol

I think the S6 gets awesome milage, tons better than the CTS-V.

[Phantom75]

In comfort mode in town, I get 14-16 depending on how I drive. If you like to drive with a little spirit in dynamic / sport....it can get under 10mpg. She is a thirsty bizsnatch.

I frequently get 31-32 mpg on 200-400 mile trips, averaging 80mph on the highway. That is pretty freaking impressive if you ask me. I can only imagine what you could get at 60-65 on totally flat ground.

At 50k miles, it looks like my rear rotors are getting a little carved up and will probably need replacement. I can't believe how much the rotors are for this car and there are no aftermarket options. But..if the rest of the car is as solid and exciting as its been so far, for the life of ownership, I can stomach it. Now I've only had one for a couple months but.... At least I like the stock wheels enough, I don't have to worry about replacing those, so the brakes take the place of that usual expense.

The lack of USB connections is disturbing, and I wish a heated steering wheel was standard for every RS7 and without having to get the ugly massaging seats. Other than that, I can't think of a single compromise, other than price, with the car, although I got lucky and found one for under $60,000.

Reverence to the CTSV: I had a 2011 CTSV coupe. The most I could get on the highway was 21-22, but in town they are about the same as the RS7. The CTSV was a blast, and the magnetic ride control and overall suspension and steering is marginally better from a track standpoint than the RS7. The RS7; however, is a much better car overall for everyday use. It has a much better infortainment system, and its comfort modes and general manners are better than the Cadillac. Finally the RS7 is significantly faster because of the AWD, added power, and the transmission particularly for typical street driving, where the CTSV can't get traction. The same can be said for the 2016 CTSV. You can't use the power, and its stiffer more track like in feel, and compromises daily driving for track manners. The CUE isn't as bad as they say, but I like what Audi offers more. I do love the way the new CTSV looks, but I still find the looks of the RS7 better and the perfect blend of slightly understated menace. No need for vents and intakes and all kinds of stupid shit all over the body to look like a Fast and Furious reject. This is what Germans do well. (This is why I really didn't hold out for the 2016 CTSV).

Reference to not being able to push the car: I feel that way sometimes. Day to day driving I don't always really get a chance either even living in a smaller city. I think that's part of the RS7's charm though, it is can still act like a normal car with half the throttle and in the right mode, without feeling like a turd. Its a comfortable car with a ton of performance on tap. Its not a track car, with a little bit of luxury thrown in to make it livable. For me this is perfect because honestly hardly anyone tracks their cars.

[stix123123]

No issues with my RS7 and it has 30K miles on it. I use it as my daily and love it. Hope the next RS7 is as crazy as this one.

[db12]

would you get a nissan GTR instead? ive been pondering the issue

GTR's are too damn ugly.

[Phantom75]

would you get a nissan GTR instead? ive been pondering the issue

To me, this is just an odd either / or question. They are just completely different kinds of cars, for completely different types of driving experiences.

The RS7 is a larger, cushy, 4 door 4 passenger, comfortable luxury car, with all kinds of driving assistance gadgets, fancy seats, fancy trim, that is fast and performance oriented. It can function as just a regular 4 door sedan if you want it to.

The GTR is a 2+2, 2 passenger, stiff riding, track suspension having, tight shifting sports car with hardly any luxury trim designed to go as quick and fast as possible at all times. The GTR cannot function well as a typical sedan.

It would be fun to drive either car, but your decision needs to be made based on what you really want, because the experience will be completely different.