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2019 Audi A7

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 A7.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (AM-S7)

The 2019 Audi A7 is a passenger car equipped with a seven-speed automatic transmission (AM-S7), delivering EPA fuel economy figures of 22 city, 29 highway, and 25 combined mpg. Yet those specifications are offset by a concerning reliability record, as this model year has garnered 42 total owner complaints predominantly focused on the electrical system alongside six separate recalls. Within the A7's complaint history spanning 2007 to 2025, the 2019 model sits at the absolute peak of reported issues—a stark contrast to the 2009 low of just a single complaint—meaning researchers must approach this specific model year as the most problematic iteration in the vehicle's lineage.

Model year20192018

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque89 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy22/29/25 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 06M115441G. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tail / brake / turnLAMPOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter06M115441G alt 06M198405F
Engine air filter4K0133844D
Spark plug06M905606F
Battery000915089BC
Front wiper blades4K1998002D
Thermostat06M121688 alt 06M121678H
Cabin air filter4M0819439C

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length195.7 in
Overall width75.2 in
Overall height55.9 in
Wheelbase115.4 in
Curb weight4332 lb
Track (front / rear)65 / 64.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)54/46

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined22 / 29 / 25 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the A7 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

4.4–4.9 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.40 sec — 2019 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
20193.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan 3.0L Turbo V6 + Elec4.40 sec13.10 sec335 hpAWD
20193.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan 3.0L Turbo V6 + Elec4.70 sec13.30 sec335 hpAWD
20193.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan 3.0L Turbo V6 + Elec4.80 sec13.40 sec335 hpAWD
20193.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan 3.0L Turbo V6 + Elec4.90 sec13.50 sec335 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 89 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-3-6-2-5.

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts89 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-4-3-6-2-5
Spark Plug ManufacturerAudi
Spark Plug Torque17 ft-lbs

Brakes

ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

Prep Replace bolts: Step 1: 15 ft. lbs.

290
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
144 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°44 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 40,000 mi.

Every 10,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire Repair Kit Sealant (inspect)
Every 20,000 miBattery (inspect) · Body Water Drains (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Door Hinge (lubricate) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect)
Every 40,000 miSpark Plugs (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 60,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2019 Audi A7 stands out as the most problematic year in the dataset, with 42 complaints—the highest of any year listed and a sharp spike from the 1 complaint in 2017. It also has 6 recalls and 1,403 TSBs, the latter being the highest count in the record. This suggests the 2019 model, as the first year of a new generation, experienced a high volume of service actions and owner-reported issues, primarily in the electrical system (11 complaints). In contrast, the 2020 and 2021 model years show dramatically fewer complaints (2 and 5, respectively) despite having more recalls (8 and 11), indicating that many problems were likely addressed through those recalls. Given this pattern, the 2019 A7 is a riskier buy than later years, as it carries the highest complaint frequency and a large TSB count without a corresponding drop in issues.

6
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
1403
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
42
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 42 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System11
Engine3
Steering,Power Train,Electrical System3
Unknown Or Other2
Electrical System,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System2
Electrical System,Engine2
Power Train2
Electrical System,Unknown Or Other1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

21V159000Air BagsReported 10/03/2021

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi RS6 Avant, RS7, 2020-2021 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, S7, 2019-2021 A6 Sedan, and A7 vehicles. The score line on the passenger air bag may not have been… Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the passenger air bag score line, and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall begin March 26, 2021. Owners may contact…

22V155000Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Fuel Gauge:Fuel Level Float/Sensor/Sending UnitReported 14/03/2022

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RS6 Avant and RS7, 2020-2022 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, and S7, and 2019-2022 A6 Sedan and A7 vehicles. The fuel level sender may stick, causing an… Remedy: Dealers will install a new sensor in the tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 1403 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB_2082147_12026-06-29Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides informaiton when there are function issues in vehicles equipped…
TSB_2074640_32026-06-26EngineThis bulletin provides information when there is increased oil consumption; >0.5ltr/1000…
TSB_2074729_32026-06-23Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of…
TSB_2059335_72026-06-23Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides information when there are noises from the area around the…
TSB_2064983_152026-06-22Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides information when there are pixel faults on the virtual cockpit.

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Build data
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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Engine oil filter 06M115441GEngine air filter 4K0133844DSpark plug 06M905606FBattery 000915089BC

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBsOBD-II trouble codesTorque specificationsMaintenance schedulesFluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

Does the 2019 A7 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the A7 get?

EPA figures are 22 city / 29 highway / 25 combined mpg.