2017 Audi A7 Quattro
Introduction:
The 2017 Audi A7 Quattro is a stylish and powerful sedan. It is available with a choice of two engines: a 3.0-liter V6 with 333 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque, or a 4.0-liter V8 with 450 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The A7 Quattro comes standard with all-wheel drive and has a starting price of $69,450.
Engine
- 3.0-liter V6
- Fuel Pump Failure
- Description/Symptoms: The fuel pump may fail, causing the engine to lose power or stall. Symptoms include difficulty starting the engine, poor engine performance, and a check engine light.
- Solution: Replace the fuel pump.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500+
- Recalls: None Found
- Fuel Pump Failure
- 4.0-liter V8
- No Issues Found
Transmission
- Seven-Speed Dual-Clutch Automatic
- Clutch Pack Failure
- Description/Symptoms: The clutch pack may fail, causing the transmission to slip or shudder. Symptoms include difficulty shifting gears, a loss of power, and a check engine light.
- Solution: Replace the clutch pack.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- Clutch Pack Failure
Suspension
- No Issues Found
Electrical
- Battery Drain
- Description/Symptoms: The battery may drain prematurely, leaving the vehicle unable to start. Symptoms include the battery going dead after sitting for a period of time, difficulty starting the engine, and a loss of electrical power.
- Solution: Replace the battery.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
- Recalls: None Found
Exterior
- No Issues Found
Interior
- Infotainment System Freeze
- Description/Symptoms: The infotainment system may freeze or become unresponsive. Symptoms include the screen freezing, buttons not working, and the system not responding to commands.
- Solution: Reset the infotainment system. If the problem persists, the infotainment system may need to be replaced.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500+
- Recalls: None Found
Summary:
The 2017 Audi A7 Quattro is a reliable vehicle with few reported issues. The most common issues are with the engine and transmission, but these issues are relatively rare. The cost of repairs can be high, but the A7 Quattro is still a good value for the price.
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