2016 Audi RS7 Prestige Review...Watch Before Buying

[@MeynMotorGroup]

See my 2015 Audi S7 Review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmitpYuFmruIf5o Instagram: @exhaustsports

[@alexnielson2964]

Just bought a 2016 rs7 and you hit the marketing very well. A very comfortable daily that has that wow factor. I love mine so far, gonna be hard to get away from Audi after owning one.

[@bevinzhang3176]

I swear it’s hard to get away from Audi after owning one

[@quakerdaddy5237]

Mine shows up tomorrow ! 2016 Performance Nardo

[@iDuckyz]

u still like it?@@quakerdaddy5237

[@woahseany]

Make videos with it there’s not enough on KZbin!

[@jayjohnson-t2y]

is there much body roll?

[@spxvfx]

"Welcome Back To Exhaust Sports Auto" we gotta love that intro

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Haha thank you my friend!

[@HieuNguyen-je4vd]

I’ve got an ‘18 in the exact spec and have gotten up to 27 mpg with the valves closed, driving 75-80 here in TX. It gets amazing mpg if you don’t floor it at every stop light or on ramp. The best all around performance daily in terms of driving dynamics, comfort, and fuel efficiency.

[@Meetoon733]

The exhaust outlets on these RS cars get me everytime 😍

[@MeynMotorGroup]

It is a very pretty car!

[@farhanhussain5937]

I love these. They offer everything space looks interior quality performance etc.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea it's a great package

[@jean-claudemorin7377]

Your reviews are savage. That’s a grand compliment. You and savage geese are among the best in plain language and balanced humor while executing expertly understanding to the practical nature of these vehicles.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Glad you liked it my friend!

[@martymartin7010]

Great review sir! If I ever leave the Japanese reliability, this is the car that I want, and I love the hatchback fold down seat options ... and yes I was paying attention warranty, warranty, warranty warranty. Thanks Kevin

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Haha nice I'm glad I got the message across lol but yea I hear ya I like how this is a nice package. CLS 63 AMG review comes out next

[@willrodden7271]

I completely agree Marty! I was riding shotgun on this demo. And I told him. 2 words.... “German Cars”. But if I had the cash just sitting there burning a hole in my pocket; yes! This would be my daily driver. 1st owner had it stored in an enclosed NY garage for 3 years driving it 500 miles per year. Incredible find.

[@martymartin7010]

@@willrodden7271 wow!!! Incredible find indeed!!!!

[@m.b8257]

You’re absolutely correct, nothing beats Japanese reliability! Especially being German.

[@ravipeiris4388]

Thank you Kevin. It's amazing, as I discover more about your channel, how many cars you've reviewed in such a short time. Lots of hard work, no doubt about it. Thank you doesn't seem enough. In the next few weeks, I'll buy some of your merchandise, especially with summer approaching, I need some cotton shirts. Peace man.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thank you is not enough gratitude for the support you’ve shown me as well it’s been an honor to have you here. You don’t have to buy anything my friend I’m just glad to be acquainted with you

[@timothybracken1728]

Love the back end, it's smooth ! I voted for this car so thank you Kevin! :)

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Same it's an elegant design thanks again for watching and supporting

[@megatronusorionpax4900]

Great review Audi's are almost always the more refined of the 3 German companies. Though I can totally understand why so many ppl were excited for the RS6 Avant since it hasn't been in America for around 18 years. But for some reason "car guys" make fun of ppl with Audis saying it's a "woman's car" which is just stupid

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea that is stupid but for sure very refined cars. Thanks again for watching and supporting!

[@gregs8685]

Great review. I just bought a 2016 in a very similar spec. Gray with Carbon Optics pkg. Mine has Bose, sport seats, no cold weather package and the silver wheels (same style). I wish I had the B&O, cold weather and comfort seats. The sport seats are great and look better but the comfort seats are comfortable (duh), have ventilation and massage functions. It’s a rare option though. I owned 2 S6s ( a 2015 with 420 hp and a 2016 with 450 hp) so mechanically identical to the S7. The S6s were great with plenty of power and great comfort on the base 19” wheels and air suspension. The S Tronic transmission was terrible in stop and go traffic. It is great when moving though with very quick shifts. The ZF8 in the Rs7 is much better though for a big luxury performance sedan. I think each model in the range has it’s niche and price point just like when they were new.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

That’s awesome my friend massive congrats RS7 is such a highly coveted and capable daily enjoy Greg 👍

[@n-da-bunka2650]

One thing to note is that the air ride suspension optioned ones ride SO MUCH BETTER than the DTC (spring) standard feature cars. I own a 2016 S7 with the raide suspension and bought it after driving the other stiff as hell suspension RS7.

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Look forward to watching when I get home bro 🤝👍🏾👍🏾

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Appreciate you bro got benz vid dropping soon!

[@theodoreyoung8777]

@@MeynMotorGroup No problem bro and now where talking lol love those Mercedes and Lexuses u be getting your hands on to review 😎👍🏾👍🏾

[@Kazimierz_motorsports_23]

😂Performance capabilities are met and exceeded daily. Way beyond 1%, and it's very practical for around town driving, for long trips 30mpg 600 miles to a tank I've had 2 people camp out and sleep in the hatch for 2 weeks straight very comfortable, convenient. I run 2 businesses and daily drive mine everyday trips to home depot for repairs projects and the perfect little grocery getter, and it's beautiful

[@walterwoods9107]

I test drove a 2015 RS7 they had at Audi of Cary with the sport seats last month before I saw this one listed for sale. What are your thoughts on the massaging seats vs the sport seats that were in the S7 you drove? I loved the look and comfort of the sports seats in the one I drove but I am seriously thinking about getting one with the massaging seats even though they aren't as attractive.

[@jon9586]

Curious to know if the blander massage seats are worth it too, as i myself am also looking at an RS7.

[@walterwoods9107]

@@jon9586 I have yet to find one with the massage seats around here. Those sport seats are very comfortable and look better.

[@jon9586]

@@walterwoods9107 I agree! I really like the white seats.

[@conniepierce328]

Very nice review. Thanks for sharing!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@jeffbaker9847]

Good review, good advice on buying used, I think. My hesitation is always from the "expensive stuff breaks" perspective, esp with the technology on this car. My buddy has owned 3 RS4s, and those were fun little beasts, but when he bought an RS7, it felt like a quantum leap. The RS7 felt like a rocketship. It just LAUNCHED. But the manual trans in the RS4 was preferable. However, the hatchback on the RS7 was more practical from a throw the mountain bike in the back perspective. I really do love the RS7, but as your new Tesla Plaid review shows, if you're looking to escape gravity, that's where you gotta be now. And it's a hatchback too. What fun.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea but this was a while ago car prices weren’t quite as nuts 😅 This RS7 ride quality was so impressive even with the crazy sized wheels. It’s a quality product no doubt

[@wezeyp6362]

I will own a RS7 one day...

[@MeynMotorGroup]

For sure my friend!

[@brentonl2631]

Great looking machine, these are a rarely seen on our roads shame maybe Audi have some issue's down hear. I've been in last year's RS 6 and loved it. Thanks Kevin great review.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Hey my friend thanks again for watching yea I heard dealer support or something wasn't that great for Audi but I'm not sure. Gorgeous cars for sure tho!

[@brassan]

"You don't need anything, jusst walk yourself to the bus stop!" He has a point... haha

[@marcodiaz4102]

The warranty paid itself off in the first week of owning my s7 after my turbos failed.

[@jon9586]

Dang!

[@matthewvithiananthan]

I also like the intro

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks!

[@stephanobuddle837]

Great review!!! I absolutely love this car the movie hitman back in 2015 with rs7 scene really got me being attracted to this car

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thank you my friend! Oh yea def I think many people fell in love with this car after that scene!

[@zaysarchives]

The panamera gts has no turbo ….? Which year

[@isaacnieves5405]

i know this is an older video but i wanted your opinion on my next car my choices are a (2014-2016 rs7 , a 2020bmw m340i , a 2016 bmw m4 , or a 2014 z51 corvette )

[@user-yi9yb9nt6u]

having worked in the auto industry almost 10 years and driven all of these cars extensively, the RS7 or the corvette are your best bet. The BMW’s drive great but I ALWAYS have at least one friend with a BMW that spends more time in the shop than on the road.

[@reaschell6838]

What do you mean about “bounce of the rev limiter”

[@SlaveToTheLathe]

I noticed the seats are the cheaper option, not the quilted leather ones. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@wangyuhang9341]

Hey man,I was thinking about to buy a used 2017 Macan gets before,but when I saw Audi rs7 is almost the same price ad macan gets.Its a bit silly.I don't really know which one I really want.Rs7 is a really good deal.What you think bor?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Honestly I wouldn’t even buy a used car rn. If you go on the leasehackr forum there are several brokers offering discounts on new cars. A brand new Porsche Macan S, Audi S7, and BMW M550i are all about $1200 a month

[@sym98m]

How's the handling/steering? Is it responsive and does it feel tight?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Of course. But not as tight as an equivalent Bimmer but more than enough for the street

[@sym98m]

@@MeynMotorGroup How does it stack up to an E63 or M5 of the same year if you've driven those as well?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Far quiter and more refined than those cars. Ride quality in this is also better. BMW M handles great but rides like trash and is very loud. AMG is right in the middle strikes a good balance of refinement and handling. It's between E63 and this RS7 for me. RS7 might be the better car overall but I have more fun driving the AMG if that makes sense

[@sym98m]

@@MeynMotorGroup Yeah that's what I figured. I'm looking between the two right now, specifically the 15' E63s and a 17' RS7. I drove an E63s before and it just felt super tight and really nimble despite being a big comfy benz. I'm just afraid that the RS7 will feel really big and heavy and just not precise enough. The M5 is out of the question for me honestly, just not as reliable as it needs to be to consider it for purchase. Thanks for your feedback!

[@eldismemushi]

@@sym98m this car is amazing, I would choose this not the amg. I like it

[@hardcorepaingain7525]

How about rs 7 performance 2016 605 PS

[@OMG_No_Way]

Any idea why some RS7’s have the flat bottom steering wheel and some don’t? I can’t find an answer anywhere. I’m looking at getting either a ‘16 or ‘17 and the flat bottom steering wheel is just totally random. Thanks.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

This wasn’t the performance model there is another RS7 of the same year regarded as the performance with more power

[@OMG_No_Way]

@@MeynMotorGroup So the Prestige (565hp) has a round steering wheel and the flat bottom is a Performance (605hp) model? Sorry to be a pain. Just trying to understand what I might be buying. So thank you!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea I’m guessing that would be the difference you should get the flat bottom in the 605 hp RS7 performance

[@OMG_No_Way]

@@MeynMotorGroup Awesome. Thank you for the answer.

[@quakerdaddy5237]

Round has heat and flat doesnt.

[@matthewvithiananthan]

What a great car , thanks for the review my friend

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks for watching!

[@DuckyDs]

Hey man, you’re better than redline reviews! Quick question, 2019-2021 Kia stinger gt1 or mk1 A7 with under 70,000 miles. Which one? I really can’t decide

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Hey I'm really humbled by that thanks. And I would probably have to go with a 2021 Stinger GT1. 2021 is a good year for the Stinger they made some nice suspension changes so it drives a lot better plus it is new with a 10 year warranty and VERY fast feeling. The Audi is the better and higher quality vehicle, but it's used and long term reliability isn't the best. Need to buy CPO or with a warranty. Stinger interior can creek and rattle potentially after a year I've heard but it's still a new car and you can get over $5k off sticker price easily which makes the GT1 a nice bargain

[@DuckyDs]

Thanks for the recommendation. I want to get the new Ascot Green on the Stinger. The gt1 offers all the options that I want. I tried to order one, but Kia dealers suck, and say it’s to soon. The A7 goes from a $75k new vehicle to like $35-40k in a few years on the used market. Cpo/warranty is a must. But I’ve read the A7 is more reliable then most Audi autos. Crazy thing is that I think the s7/A7 was the benchmark for the Stinger. The specs match up really close. Keep making content, you provide excellent usable information.

[@gavincolgan1827]

Better than redline reviews 😂😂😂

[@HobbesWiilTakeGoodCareOfYou]

Just started my own company. Gross of 250k a year, I currently own an older model A7 Prestige. Plan to upgrade to an RS7 in a year or so, excited for it so I'm watching reviews of them lmao

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Massive congrats my friend you’re crushing it 👍

[@richbenz4246]

You get that rs7 yet??

[@alengreen589]

I like the Car, thanks Kevin.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

It's def a cool car!

[@Kazimierz_motorsports_23]

I already know the comments section is gonna be poppin on this one! 😂

[@Yocannon]

Thinking about trading in my Hellcat for one.

[@expert_marksman8621]

Saying most people won’t get 1% of the performance is hilarious, realistically who follows the speed limit.

[@brianportner7581]

Doesn't the rs7 prestige have 605 HP?

[@samrastagar8554]

The performance model does

[@carlosflores4380]

God such a badass car

[@MeynMotorGroup]

It def is

[@Thechaunceysauce]

My 2018 S5 Cabriolet with red leather told me to downvote this video, pointing out that this RS7 is overpriced despite looking like every other Audi hatchback. “Oh, wow, 3.7 0-60, how cute,” she said, as she lowered her drop top and let the sun shine down on her massaging seats, letting all passersby stare in amazement. Kevin, I’ll have you know that I did not acquiesce to her demand that I dislike your video. I told her to stop being so petty and vainglorious. She then told me to shut up and started blaring “Fancy” by Iggy Azalea.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Lololol 🤣

[@willrodden7271]

Brah... I love it... every word you wrote... “overpriced” is a matter of opinion my brother! There is a used car shortage in this nation that is going to drive up both TRADE IN VALUES and unfortunately, used car values... for the next year or 2... This is America; the value of our own dollar is whatever we pace on it. There is no gold nor silver to back it. The car fax on my Audi reports the 1st owner storing it in a garage in NY for 3 years driving it 500 miles a year for 3 years... that’s Gold standard in my opinion. And that will have to be gold standard in the eyes of the buyer of this fun a$$ car! I appreciate the view and the comment brothers n sisters! Much Love!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

You're right about that my friend, 68k was a great price for this gem that was just babied

[@sergiopereira9546]

Can we talk about the way they tried to hide the screen in this car and in the new one they have fricking 3 screens? i love the way this screen is integrated , when its folded gives this car interior a timeless design, other than that is my favourite modern audi for sure ,looks slick and has power for days, the ultimate daily and autobahn cruiser . Speaking of autobahn's, can we talk about how America , THE LAND OF THE FREE !!! probably the country with the straighter highways in the planet doesnt have unrestricted roads? By what i heard from other american youtubers ,your cops are everywhere ... here in Portugal anyone can have one of these and rip it on backroads no issues , its kinda sad for you cuz you have a manufacter putting out 700hp trucks and minivans from factory LMAO

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yup best screen design on the planet and if it breaks, screw it hide it away forever and you got a timeless interior like you said. I'll be honest I'm kinda glad we have speed limits because the idiots here can't drive to save their lives for real. If you want to go crazy here in the states, I just do it and go crazy and hope a cop doesn't see me but if they do, just own up to the consequences. With all the trash drivers we have to worry about, worrying about cops on top if that is just dangerous just focus on driving is what I say pay the ticket later or fight it.

[@sergiopereira9546]

@@MeynMotorGroup I live in a small city i dont really experience ridiculously bad drivers ,only slow ass ones wich piss me off a little , i dont know the meaning of trafic jam ,but Germany has proven to us that is possible to have unrestricted roads and in-fact they have the safest highways in the world. Here the only problem with cops you have is when they pull up on you in highways tryna to race you , you have to let it go and break the speed limit by yourself :D

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea my friend we live on 2 completely different planets not even countries 😂

[@sym98m]

The screen is the most outdated part of this car.

[@sergiopereira9546]

@@sym98m for a guy like me that likes cars for the mechanics not for the technologic toys i aprecciate the fact that this screen folds into the dash

[@hsl2208]

🔥🔥🔥

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks for stopping by my friend!

[@East17A]

I'm personally interested in this car because of the perfect attention to detail of exterior design. now I honestly knew that its over priced expensive unreliable vehicle I don't think I will ever own one even if I can buy one . I don't care about zero to sixty . we live in the united states . in area where 65 miles per hour is the speed limit . how poring that is !! so why should I concern about 0 to 60 ?! thank you nice to watch

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I think the S7 Audi is perfect, this is good for the spec sheet snob and for resale value purposes

[@landonb2884]

Honestly the 3.0T is powerful enough for me

[@MeynMotorGroup]

For sure the regular A7 is very nice if you want a little extra the S7 is about as high as I would go

[@willrodden7271]

I feel you. I got 3 kids and a 2.5T 250hp 320Tq Mazda CX-9 that squeals tires at 25 mph. Which rides over rough terrain like a dream. But this RS is one of the baddest things I have ever driven. I got to many kids for it though lol

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Baby seats in the hatch like how Tesla does 😅 jk can't believe Tesla offers a seating position like that. Great to have you stop by sir and interacting with the peeps

[@Todd.T]

I run a Stage 2 dual pulley 93 octane 3.0T. Fun, but less costly and the most reliable engine. With a trans tune, many are running 0-60 in 3.3 to 3.5 with quarter mile in the 11.4-11.7. A few that can get E85 run low 11s. Factory redline is 6200, mine is 7400. Look up a stock or even Stage 1 S6/S7 in comparison for 0-60 and quarter. S owners are worried about the turbos going on the S (RS has different turbos.) Same interior available minus carbon fiber. I have 20 inch rims, tech package with HUD, double pane glass, S Line (unique bumper front and back and black roof liner. Four wheels spinning at the top of first gear. Final note. S cars have a DSG trans and 3.0T and RS have a ZF8. The ZF8 doesn't need regular maintenance. 3.0T with a TCU tune can launch like an RS. Torque converter ZF8 reacts faster than DSG off the line because it is already engaged.

[@Todd.T]

@Hips King I understand about the oil screens, but the smaller turbos also operate outside their efficiency range when pushed, making a lot of heat and less power when you push them. It's pretty obvious that an engine that is 33 percent larger with dual power adders is going to make more power. To get an RS6/7 to 900hp is NOT easy. You'll need fuel that most people can't buy, exhaust that is illegal in most places. Fuel pumps and a few other tricks like meth and or water. Maybe you were thinking 900ft lbs of torque, because that would be difficult but easier. The RS7 has a different compression ratio, different pistons and different wrist pins and bigger turbos. Now launching a car has no relationship to "launch control". You decided to substitute one for the other. My car runs a trans tune and the RPM stall is set at 2800 and the torque limits are increased. Many people with a similar tune spin the tires uselessly from 2900 and up, which is why it is set so low. I also can't brake torque it for longer than a second or it will spin the tires and cost you in your 0-60ft times. If I could launch higher, it would be useless. You will see many DCT Audis launch high and spin too much and then the car steps in because you can never really turn off traction control. For your enjoyment is this video of one Audi with a torque converter, taking on 3 other DCT cars and you can see what it does off the line. All stock. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3q7eZt9mrSCbMk&ab_channel=carwow Another video and you'll see the DCT spin and cut power. This is totally Audi's fault for programming this. Look at the RS6 vs the E-Tron. which we all know electric cars launch well. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hp6yeqeKaLmniqc&ab_channel=carwow

[@shanedini6679]

You gotta collab with Daddy Goose.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Haha we did once for the Kia Soul press event but wasn't anything big

[@Excalabur50]

My sister sold her Audi and bought a new Kia Stinger GT and loves it that much on a three hour trip her husband had the shits cause he only got to drive it for fifteen minutes 😂

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Problems with Audi already? Wasn't that Audi brand new?

[@Excalabur50]

@@MeynMotorGroup It was new but the warranty period was almost up and the servicing and parts prices were getting stupid, so they decided to get rid of it.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Ah yes definitely need to dispose after warranty is done..or if you must pay up and renew it. But I'm assuming you guys got the 2021 model year? If so that's a great year for the Stinger they made some nice suspension tweaks. Honestly thrust wise, you get pushed back in the seat more in the Stinger than this RS7 making it more exciting. This audi is too refined so you don't feel the speed, Stinger feels and is a rocket. Enjoy!

[@Excalabur50]

@@MeynMotorGroup TBH I'm not sure how long they've had it for maybe 6 months or so, I don't see her much as she lives over 1200km away from me

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Ah I see that's understandable

[@eyeshezzy]

This car was made for the autobahn 😂

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea so true this would be right at home there lol

[@WaheedKhan-ly9xh]

I will wait till it falls into 30k price.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Just get an S7 right now

[@richbenz4246]

lol the wait is almost over 🤣🤣

[@theodoreyoung8777]

👊🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@MeynMotorGroup]

✌

[@theodoreyoung8777]

@@MeynMotorGroup 🤝✌🏾

[@m.b8257]

Nice looking but that’s it, a money pit after 2yrs, unlike say a Lexus.

[@mccraejoey82]

The screen is horrible

[@broman7271]

dull review im out

[@MeynMotorGroup]

God bless you my friend

[@broman7271]

@@MeynMotorGroup you aswell🤙🏼

[@gooden000]

How is this 3.7 secs... when the s8 doing 3.5 secs..?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Those are basically the same numbers doesn't matter