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Audi will not offer the A7 and S7 in the United States for 2026 as it reorganizes its model lineup and prepares an indirect successor. While the fastback A7 and sportier S7 have been removed from the American market, Audi confirmed the high-performance RS7 will remain available for 2026.
What’s changing for 2026
An Audi spokesperson told Road & Track the brand is shifting focus to the new A6 TFSI arriving later this year. Audi briefly considered a powertrain-based naming convention—odd numbers for gasoline models and even numbers for battery-electric vehicles—but abandoned the approach after consumer confusion. The gas-powered next-generation model will be marketed as the A6 TFSI and will join the electric A6 E-Tron already launched.
Design and legacy of the A7 family
Introduced in 2010, the Audi A7 popularized the four-door coupe or fastback silhouette as Audi's answer to the Mercedes‑Benz CLS. Its sweeping roofline and elegant hatchback design set a styling trend that many competitors later adopted. The sportier S7 followed in 2012, while the high-performance RS7 first appeared on the 2013 Detroit Auto Show stage, originally packing a 552-hp twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8.
RS7 specifications and performance
Powertrain and transmission
The 2026 RS7 keeps Audi’s twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8, now tuned to 621 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque. Power is routed through an eight-speed Tiptronic automatic and Audi’s Quattro all-wheel-drive system.
Performance figures
With that output, the RS7 accelerates to 60 mph in about 3.3 seconds. The combination of the potent V8, sharp chassis tuning, and Quattro traction positions the RS7 among the fastest performance sedans in its segment.
Pricing and availability
For 2026 the RS7 carries a U.S. starting price of $133,995, which includes a $1,295 destination charge. Audi will continue to sell this flagship performance model even as the A7 and S7 disappear from U.S. showrooms.
Market positioning and comparisons
With the A7 and S7 gone, Audi’s four-door coupe portfolio narrows. The automaker already offers an electric S6 variant that produces up to 543 hp and hits 60 mph in about 3.7 seconds, but the RS7 clearly sits above that model in outright performance. The A6 TFSI aims to bridge the gap for traditional gas buyers who miss the A7’s silhouette and driving character.
Why this matters
Audi has faced declining global sales and has publicly acknowledged quality challenges in recent years. Streamlining the lineup and focusing on strong halo cars like the RS7 is part of a broader effort to recapture buyer confidence and simplify the product range. The final success of this strategy will depend on the new A6 TFSI’s reception and whether Audi can deliver consistent quality alongside striking design and competitive performance.
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