DecodedCars2023 Audi A7
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- Sportback 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 24 combined · 21 city / 30 hwy
- Length
- 195.7 in
- Curb weight
- 4,332 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 31 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 Audi A7 is a midsize car offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 196 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 115-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,332 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 30 highway), 11% worse than the 2023 midsize car average of 27 MPG, for an estimated $3,400 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
What changed for 2023
- No plug-in hybrid version any more
- Engine dropped: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Best combined MPG down from 27 to 24
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 A7 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sportback 4dr Sedan | 195.7 in | 75.2 in | 55.9 in | 115.4 in | 65 / 64.6 in | 4,332 lb | 54/46 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A7 Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 30 / 24 | -11% | $3,400 | 361 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2023 Audi A7.
Similar 2023 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Audi A7 (this car) | 24 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2023 BMW 5 Series | 28 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2023 Audi A4 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi A6 | 27 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2023 Tesla Model S | 405 mi | Not rated | 13 |
Recalls (1)
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Dec 19, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V900000 · 356,894 vehicles
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
Not every 2023 Audi A7 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2023 Audi A7 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2023 Audi A7 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 Audi A7. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other A7 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 A7 | 25 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 A7 | 25 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 A7 | 27 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 7 | 0 |
| 2021 A7 | 29 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 11 | 8 |
| 2020 A7 | 24 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 8 | 2 |
| 2019 A7 | 25 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 6 | 43 |
| 2018 A7 | 23 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 3 |
| 2017 A7 | 24 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 4 | 1 |
| 2016 A7 | 30 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 15 |
| 2015 A7 | 29 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 5 |
| 2014 A7 | 29 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 10 |
| 2013 A7 | 21 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 5 | 15 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →