2021 Audi A7 PHEV Named “Best Luxury Plug-In Hybrid”

2021 Audi A7 Plug-In Hybrid
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While the Audi A7 has been in production since 2010, it wasn’t until the 2021 model year that this attractive luxury sedan became available as a plug-in hybrid. Not long after its debut, the A7 was awarded a Top Safety Pick+ designation. Now the PHEV is being recognized for its powertrain, having been named the “Best Luxury Plug-In Hybrid” by U.S. News & World Report.

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The editors at U.S. News lauded the A7 Plug-In Hybrid for its responsive steering, spacious and premium interior, and safety features. Although it’s currently a small category, the Audi A7 still beat other top luxury competitors like the BMW 3 Series and 7 Series as well as the Volvo S60 and S90. Neither of those brands had any models on the comprehensive U.S. News list of 2021 Best Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.

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Achieving a score of 8.8 out of 10 — the highest on the entire list — the Audi A7 PHEV showcased the best quality, value, and efficiency among other winners. Powering the A7 is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a 14.1 kWh lithium-ion battery and an electric motor. Combined, the luxury PHEV can get an EPA-estimated 68 MPGe combined, 29 mpg combined, and an all-electric range of 24 miles. Power isn’t sacrificed for fuel economy, either. Horsepower comes in at a staggering 362 hp and a max torque of 369 lb-ft.

Inside, the 2021 A7 PHEV boasts a sleek cabin with 18-way power front seats available in Black, Okapi Brown, and Pearl Beige as well as decorative Fine Grain Ash and Dark Brown Walnut wood inlays. Additional high-end features include an available ambient LED lighting package that lets you choose between 30 colors to perfectly match your mood when driving.

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While I certainly can’t afford the Audi A7 Plug-In Hybrid, which starts at $69,200, it certainly is something to be desired if I was in the market for a luxurious and efficient vehicle. It seems like Audi made a good choice in adding a hybrid powertrain to its second-largest sedan.

Morgan (they/them) has lived all over the USA and in Europe. Now residing just outside of Philly, Morgan often spends time spotting Canadian actors in film and television, testing their caffeine tolerance levels, and playing board games with their wife. See more articles by Morgan.