Overview
Audi AG, a Bavaria (Germany) based luxury automotive manufacturer is a wholly owned subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, the Germany automotive group. Volkswagen AG is one of the leading automotive companies in the global electric vehicle (EV) industry.
Volkswagen has committed to an investment up to Euro 30 billion by 2023. It aims to sell 3 million electric vehicles by 2025 and launch up to 70 new EV models over the next 10 years.
With the launch of its electric vehicle ID. Family, VW is fast cementing a dominant position to become the world’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer by 2028, with the automotive behemoth planning to manufacturer 22 million electric vehicles. Audi also offers plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), to include:
- A3 Sportback TFSIe
- A6 TFSIe
- A6 Avant TFSIe
- A7 Sportback TFSIe
- A8 TFSIe
- A8 L TFSIe
- Q3 TFSIe
- Q3 Sportback TFSIe
- Q5 TFSIe
- Q5 Sportback TFSIe
- Q7 TFSIe
- Q8 TFSIe
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The Audi A7 TFSIe Sportback PHEV
The Audi A7 executive premium car has been on sale since 2010. The Audi A7 Sportback concept was unveiled at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show. The A7 Sportback is available as a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV).
If sportier looks matter, then certainly the Audi coupe-styled A7 Sportback should be on the list. Of course, given its premium heritage, the saloon does not come cheap. But like in all plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, there is scope to lower driving costs and achieve financial savings, but for that, the PHEV has to be driven on e-mode as much as possible.
The A7 has much to offer in terms of hybrid technology. The electric vehicle (EV) has a 17.9 kWh onboard EV battery, with a claimed emission-free electric range up to 40 miles. For most journeys, the electric motor and EV battery can be leveraged to reduce the overall tailpipe emissions of the electric vehicle and also improve the fuel economy and lower motoring costs. Depending on when and where the electric vehicle (EV) is charged, the cost per mile will be between 5 pence and 10 pence.
The Germany automotive manufacturer claims a fuel economy up to 235.4 mpg. However, real-world fuel economy will depend on a number of factors, to include, the amount the electric saloon has been driven on the pure electric mode. The more regular the use of the e-mode, the better the fuel economy.
Similar to the real-world fuel economy, expect the real-world pure electric range to be lower than the claimed range. For the A7 PHEV achieving up to 35 miles is not unrealistic. The real-world EV range is impacted by a number of factors, to include: driving style, speed, wheel size, weather, road condition, passenger load, services used in the EV, and more.
The A7 plug-in hybrid does not offer DC charging compatibility. The EV has a 7.2 kW AC onboard charger. Using a dedicated domestic EV charger, the A7 PHEV can be fully charged in 2.5 hours. Though an EV can be charged using a 3-PIN domestic socket, we at e-zoomed discourage the use of a domestic 3-PIN plug!
The financial savings are not limited to improved fuel economy. For company-car drivers, the obvious advantage is the reduced Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax rate, compared to the conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) variant i.e. lower monthly tax bills. Of course, for all stakeholders, lower air pollution is another benefit.
The Audi A7 EV has a claimed 34 – 29g (CO2/km) tailpipe emissions, again much lower than the conventional petrol or diesel variant (156g CO2/km).
The performance will not disappoint for those seeking a quick getaway. The 50 TFSIe quattro S tronic can achieve 0-62 mph in 6.3 seconds, while the 55 TFSIe quattro S tronic can achieve it in 5.7 seconds.
The top speed of the all-wheel drive EV is up to 155 mph. Of course, as is the case for electric driving, the A7 EV also benefits from instant torque. The 2.0-litre combustion engine is paired with an electric motor, delivering up to 367 PS and 500 Nm torque.
As would be expected from Audi, the interior is high quality and refined. The Audi A7 Sportback EV interior reflects the sportier styled exterior design, with a number of ‘sporty elements’ as standard for the saloon. The A7 has a driver centric cockpit and includes twin touch screens (10.1 inches and 8.6 inches). Also included is the MMI navigation plus.
Despite the sloping roofline and the placement of the onboard EV battery, the A7 saloon remains practical. Having said that, the coupe-styled roofline, does reduce the rear view visibility. The electric car offers 380 L boot space.
The PHEV does not qualify for the UK government plug-in car grant (PiCG). Bottom-line, electric driving is good for the environment and the wallet. You can lease electric vehicles (EVs) via e-zoomed at very competitive prices!
| PROS | CONS |
|---|---|
| Attractive exterior styling | Expensive, in particular at higher specification variants |
| High quality interior and refined drive | Onboard charger limited to 7.2 kW AC. DC charging not available |
| Decent emission-free electric range (40 miles) | Rear view: blind spots |
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The Audi A7 TFSIe Sportback PHEV (credit: Audi)
| At A Glance | |
|---|---|
| EV Type: | Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) |
| Body Type: | Hatchback |
| Plug-In Car Grant (PiCG): | Not Available |
| Engine: | Petrol-Electric |
| Available In UK: | Yes |
| Variants (5 Options) |
|---|
| Audi A7 Sport 50 TFSIe quattro S tronic (from £63,365) |
| Audi A7 Sport Edition 50 TFSIe quattro S tronic (from £64,265) |
| Audi A7 S line 50 TFSIe quattro S tronic (from £66,765) |
| Audi A7 Black Edition 50 TFSIe quattro S tronic (from £69,165) |
| Audi A7 Vorsprung 50 TFSIe quattro S tronic (from £86,805) |
| EV Battery & Emissions | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Type: | Lithium-ion |
| EV Battery Capacity: | Available in one battery size: 17.9 kWh |
| Charging: | DC charging not available. On-board charger 7.2 kW AC (0% – 100%: 2 hrs and 30 mins) |
| Charge Port: | Type 2 |
| EV Cable Type: | Type 2 |
| Tailpipe Emissions: | 34 – 29g (CO2/km) |
| EV Battery Warranty: | 8 years or 100,000 miles |
| Average Cost Of Residential Charging | |
|---|---|
| Battery net capacity : 8.8 kWh | £1.27 |
| Battery net capacity : 11.6 kWh | £1.67 |
| Battery net capacity : 12.0 kWh | £1.73 |
| Battery net capacity : 13.10 kWh | £1.89 |
| Battery net capacity : 14.10 kWh | £2.03 |
- Note 1: The average cost of residential electricity in the UK varies depending on the region, supplier and type of energy used. An average for the UK is 14.40 p/kWh.
- Note 2: Not all EV manufactures make available the data on net EV battery capacity, and in a number of instances the EV battery capacity advertised, does not state if it is gross or net capacity. In general, usable EV battery capacity is between 85% to 95% of the gross available capacity.
| Charging Times (Overview) | |
|---|---|
| Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW): | 6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC) |
| Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW): | 3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Rapid charging AC (43 kW): | 0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
- Note 1: SoC: state of charge
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Height (mm): | 1422 |
| Width (mm): | 2118 |
| Length (mm): | 4969 |
| Wheelbase (mm): | 2926 |
| Turning Circle (m): | 11.9 |
| Boot capacity (L): | 380 |
| 50 TFSIe quattro S tronic | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 17.9 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 40 miles |
| Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/100km): | 18.8 |
| Fuel Consumption (MPG): | 201.8 – 235.4 |
| Charging: | DC charging not available. On-board charger 7.2 kW AC (0% – 100%: 2 hrs and 30 mins) |
| Top Speed: | 155 mph |
| 0-62 mph: | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive: | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Electric Motor (kW): | N/A |
| Max Power (PS): | 299 |
| Torque (Nm): | 450 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Unladen Weight (kg): | 2,065 |
| Colours: | 9 |
| NCAP Safety Rating: | Five-Star |
| 55 TFSIe quattro S tronic | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 17.9 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 40 miles |
| Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/100km): | 19.4 |
| Fuel Consumption (MPG): | 201.8 |
| Charging: | DC charging not available. On-board charger 7.2 kW AC (0% – 100%: 2 hrs and 30 mins) |
| Top Speed: | 155 mph |
| 0-62 mph: | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive: | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Electric Motor (kW): | N/A |
| Max Power (PS): | 367 |
| Torque (Nm): | 500 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Unladen Weight (kg): | 2,065 |
| Colours: | 9 |
| NCAP Safety Rating: | Five-Star |
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