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2015 Audi RS 7: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important change for the 2015 Audi RS 7 is that the head-up display became standard. Otherwise, this was a light update, with a new optional Dynamic package but no major change to the V8, all-wheel drive, or four-seat liftback layout.
About the 2015 Audi RS 7
1st generation RS 7 (C7, 2014-2018), second U.S. model year, before the 2016 styling and infotainment refresh.
Audi positions the RS 7 as a high-performance four-door hatchback that blends supercar-level acceleration with luxury-car comfort and everyday usefulness. Its appeal is not just the 560-hp V8; it also pairs all-wheel-drive traction, a richly trimmed interior, and a large liftback cargo area in a shape that looks lower and sleeker than a traditional sedan. Against rivals, the RS 7’s big differentiators are hatchback practicality, understated styling, and all-weather confidence.
The 2015 RS 7 came in one well-equipped Prestige trim, blending serious performance with a richly finished cabin and everyday liftback usefulness. Its signature hardware included a 560-hp twin-turbo V8, an eight-speed automatic, all-wheel drive, and an adaptive air suspension. Valcona leather sport seats, navigation, and a 14-speaker Bose audio system reinforced its luxury focus.
What changed, by category
Tech
The head-up display became standard and could show navigation information in the driver’s line of sight.
Structural
A new optional Dynamic package added variable-ratio steering and Dynamic Ride Control suspension for a more aggressive chassis setup.
Powertrain
The new optional Dynamic package added a sport exhaust. The 560-hp twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 and eight-speed automatic otherwise carried over.
2015 Audi RS 7 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 16 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 27 mpg |
| Horsepower | 560 hp |
| Torque | 516 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 24.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37 in |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Active Lane Keep Assistance | |
| Rear View Camera | |
| 360 Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| Fog Lights | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Power Moonroof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Remote Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2015 Audi RS 7?
The biggest change is that the head-up display became standard. It projects key driving and navigation information into the driver’s line of sight.
Is the 2015 Audi RS 7 a full redesign?
No, the 2015 RS 7 is not a full redesign. It received a light equipment update during the first generation, ahead of the styling and infotainment refresh for 2016.
What did the 2015 Audi RS 7 Dynamic package add?
The 2015 Dynamic package added variable-ratio steering, Dynamic Ride Control suspension, and a sport exhaust. These changes focused on sharper handling and a more aggressive exhaust sound.
Did the 2015 Audi RS 7 get a different engine from the 2014 model?
No, the 2015 RS 7 kept the 560-hp twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 and eight-speed automatic from 2014. Its all-wheel-drive system and adaptive air suspension also remained part of the core setup.
How many trims did the 2015 Audi RS 7 have in the U.S.?
The 2015 Audi RS 7 came in one U.S. trim, called Prestige. It included leather sport seats, navigation, Bose surround-sound audio, and the newly standard head-up display.
2015 Audi RS 7 Reviews
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