Verified Performance Tests Updated May 2026 · 6 recorded runs

Audi S7 0–60 Times

The Audi S7 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 6 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Audi S7 is the 2016 Audi S7 Quattro Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 3.90 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 12.40 seconds at 113.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

The slowest tested Audi S7 is the 2013 Audi S7 Prestige Quattro Sedan, which took 4.30 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 12.70 seconds at 113.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

Out of all the Audi S7 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 4.07 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 12.52 seconds at 111.53 mph.

Fastest 0–60 3.90sec 2016 Quattro Sedan · stock
Average 0–60 4.07sec Across 6 runs
Avg ¼ Mile 12.52sec @ 111.5 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 4.30sec 2013 Prestige Quattro
2023 Audi S7

Across 6 verified runs, the Audi S7 ranges from 3.90 to 4.30 seconds 0–60, with a 4.07-second average.

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Audi S7 Performance Overview

Audi’s S7 performance profile spans 2013 to 2023 in this dataset, covering 6 verified tests across two generations. Launched on the 4G8 platform for 2013, it established itself as a large four-door performance hatchback with a twin-turbo gasoline V8, in output ranges from 420 to 450 hp. Early instrumented results clustered tightly: the 2013 Prestige Quattro Sedan ran 0-60 mph in 4.3 seconds while also recording the model’s quickest quarter-mile at 12.3 seconds at 112.1 mph, and the 2016 Quattro Sedan lowered the best 0-60 result to 3.9 seconds.

Through the rest of the 4G8 run, performance remained consistent, with the first generation averaging 4.05 seconds to 60 mph across four tests. That pace carried the S7 through its initial era without major spread between trims, reflecting incremental tuning rather than a shift in role.

With the 4K8 generation from 2020 onward, the S7 moved to a hybridized powertrain rated at 444 hp, broadening the model’s powertrain mix from gasoline-only to gasoline and hybrid. In current tested form, the 2023 Prestige Quattro Sedan (S Sport) posts a 4.1-second 0-60 mph time, placing today’s S7 close to the 4G8’s established range while adding electrified assistance.

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Audi S7 0–60 Times by Generation: 4G8 to 4K8

2 generations
Generation Years Avg 0–60 Fastest 0–60 Tests Notes
4K8 2020–present 4.10s 4.10s — 2023 Prestige Quattro Sedan (S Sport) 2 The 4K8 generation (2020–present) averaged 4.10 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 2023 Prestige Quattro Sedan (S Sport) at 4.10 seconds. Output was 444 hp across 2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 + Elec configurations.
4G8 2013–2018 4.05s 3.90s — 2016 Quattro Sedan 4 The 4G8 generation (2013–2018) averaged 4.05 seconds to 60 mph across 4 tests, led by the 2016 Quattro Sedan at 3.90 seconds. Output ranged from 420 to 450 hp across 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 configurations.
4K8 2020–present
Avg 0–60 4.10s
Fastest 4.10s
Tests 2
2023 Prestige Quattro Sedan (S Sport)
The 4K8 generation (2020–present) averaged 4.10 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 2023 Prestige Quattro Sedan (S Sport) at 4.10 seconds. Output was 444 hp across 2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 + Elec configurations.
4G8 2013–2018
Avg 0–60 4.05s
Fastest 3.90s
Tests 4
2016 Quattro Sedan
The 4G8 generation (2013–2018) averaged 4.05 seconds to 60 mph across 4 tests, led by the 2016 Quattro Sedan at 3.90 seconds. Output ranged from 420 to 450 hp across 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 configurations.
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Audi S7 0–60 Times by Year and Trim

6 tests · 4 years

2023 Audi S7

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 4.10 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.70 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#03
2023 Audi S7 Prestige Quattro Sedan (S Sport)
4.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.70s ¼ mi @ 109.1 mph
0–60 mph
4.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.70 sec
Trap Speed
109.1 mph
Engine
2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 + Elec
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
444 hp
Torque
443 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,826 lbs
Power-to-Weight
10.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
19 C / 26 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#3 of 6
2023 Audi S7 Prestige Quattro Sedan (S Sport)

2020 Audi S7

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 4.10 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.50 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#04
2020 Audi S7 Prestige Quattro Sedan (S Sport)
4.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.50s ¼ mi @ 112.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.50 sec
Trap Speed
112.0 mph
Engine
2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 + Elec
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
444 hp
Torque
443 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,960 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 28 H / 16 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#4 of 6
2020 Audi S7 Prestige Quattro Sedan (S Sport)

2016 Audi S7

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 3.90 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.40 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#01
2016 Audi S7 Quattro Sedan
3.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.40s ¼ mi @ 113.0 mph
0–60 mph
3.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.40 sec
Trap Speed
113.0 mph
Engine
4.0L Twin-Turbo V8
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
7A
Horsepower
450 hp
Torque
406 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,497 lbs
Power-to-Weight
10.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 27 H / 17 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#1 of 6
2016 Audi S7 Quattro Sedan

2013 Audi S7

3 verified runs
Avg 0–60 4.10 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.50 sec
Recorded Tests 3
#02
2013 Audi S7 Prestige Quattro Sedan
3.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.30s ¼ mi @ 112.1 mph
0–60 mph
3.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.30 sec
Trap Speed
112.1 mph
Engine
4.0L Twin-Turbo V8
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
7A
Horsepower
420 hp
Torque
406 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,519 lbs
Power-to-Weight
10.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 27 H / 12.2 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#2 of 6
2013 Audi S7 Prestige Quattro Sedan
#05
2013 Audi S7 Prestige Quattro Sedan
4.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.50s ¼ mi @ 110.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.50 sec
Trap Speed
110.0 mph
Engine
4.0L Twin-Turbo V8
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
7A
Horsepower
420 hp
Torque
406 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,519 lbs
Power-to-Weight
10.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 27 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#5 of 6
2013 Audi S7 Prestige Quattro Sedan
#06
2013 Audi S7 Prestige Quattro Sedan
4.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.70s ¼ mi @ 113.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.70 sec
Trap Speed
113.0 mph
Engine
4.0L Twin-Turbo V8
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
7A
Horsepower
420 hp
Torque
406 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,519 lbs
Power-to-Weight
10.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 27 H / 21 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#6 of 6
2013 Audi S7 Prestige Quattro Sedan

How we verify Audi S7 performance data

We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Audi S7 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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Audi S7 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster
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Audi S7 performance FAQs

10 questions
The 2023 Audi S7 Prestige Quattro Sedan with the S Sport package runs 0-60 mph in 4.1 seconds. Its recorded quarter-mile time is 12.7 seconds at 109.1 mph. That current-year test also lists 444 hp, 443 lb-ft, AWD, and a hybrid powertrain.
The fastest Audi S7 on record reaches 60 mph in 3.9 seconds. That mark belongs to the 2016 Audi S7 Quattro Sedan, which is also the quickest stock S7 tested. Across 6 verified runs, the model averages 4.07 seconds to 60 mph.
The quickest stock Audi S7 0-60 time on record is 3.9 seconds. That result comes from the 2016 Audi S7 Quattro Sedan, and it stands as both the fastest overall and fastest production run. There are 6 total Audi S7 tests on record, all of them stock vehicles.
Across 6 Audi S7 tests, the average 0-60 time is 4.07 seconds. The average quarter-mile result is 12.52 seconds at 111.5 mph. That gives the S7 a narrow spread overall, with recorded 0-60 times ranging from 3.9 seconds to 4.3 seconds.
The 4K8 Audi S7, which covers the 2020-present second generation, posts a 4.1-second average 0-60 time across 2 tests. Its fastest recorded run is also 4.1 seconds, set by the 2023 Prestige Quattro Sedan with the S Sport package. Output is listed at 444 hp in this generation.
The 4G8 Audi S7, the 2013-2018 first generation, averages 4.05 seconds from 0-60 mph across 4 tests. Its quickest recorded run is 3.9 seconds, set by the 2016 Quattro Sedan. This generation spans 420-450 hp and uses a twin-turbocharged gasoline powertrain.
The fastest 4G8 Audi S7 on record is the 2016 Quattro Sedan at 3.9 seconds from 0-60 mph. Within the first-generation 2013-2018 range, that is the benchmark run. The 4G8 generation averages 4.05 seconds across 4 tests, so the 2016 car sits slightly ahead of the generation norm.
They are effectively even in the recorded results. The Prestige Quattro Sedan averages 4.1 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests and has a best run of 3.9 seconds. The Prestige Quattro Sedan with S Sport averages 4.1 seconds across 2 tests, with a best of 4.1 seconds.
The quickest Audi S7 quarter-mile on record is 12.3 seconds at 112.1 mph. That run was recorded by the 2013 Audi S7 Prestige Quattro Sedan. Across all 6 tests, the S7 averages 12.52 seconds in the quarter mile at an average trap speed of 111.5 mph.
The slowest Audi S7 0-60 result on record is 4.3 seconds. That time belongs to the 2013 Audi S7 Prestige Quattro Sedan. Even the slowest tested S7 remains close to the model average of 4.07 seconds, which shows relatively consistent straight-line performance across the recorded runs.

Sources

Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what an Audi S7 can do, not a single marketing claim.

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