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$52,687 Volkswagen Marin Price
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720 Francisco Blvd W.
San Rafael, CA 94901
- Sales: 415-578-5349
- Service: 415-578-7536
- Parts: 415-683-7786
Vehicle Information
VIN:
WAUV2BF21PN030218
Stock #:
PPN030218
Model Code:
4KA02Y
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Body Style quattro Sportback -
Exterior Color Firmament Blue Metallic
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Interior Color Black W And Rock Gray Stitch
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Mileage 37,214
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City/Highway 21/30 MPG Est -
Engine V6 Cylinder Engine -
Transmission Auto-Shift Manual / All Wheel Drive -
Fuel Type Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid
Highlighted Features
Feature availability subject to final vehicle configuration. Please reference window sticker for more info.
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Bluetooth®
- Heated Steering Wheel
- 4WD/AWD
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Heated Seats
- Keyless Entry
- Keyless Ignition System
- Leather Seats
- Power Tailgate/Liftgate
- Automatic High Beams
- Emergency Brake Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Lane Keep Assist
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Wireless Phone Charging
- Navigation System
- Automatic Climate Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
Dealer Comments
Audi Marin is delighted to showcase, this Pre-Owned 2023 Audi A7 55 TFSI quattro finished in sophisticated Firmament Blue Metallic over a luxurious Sarder Brown Valcona/Milano leather interior. The A7 is Audi's flagship sportback, merging coupe-like elegance with versatile practicality and an extraordinary level of technology and performance.
Equipped with the top-tier Prestige Package, this A7 includes sought-after features such as HD Matrix-design LED headlights with animation, Bang & Olufsen® 3D Premium Sound, ventilated front seats with massage function, heated rear seats, contour/ambient LED interior lighting (multi-color), and a head-up display.
Additional highlights include the Luxury Package with extended leather across the dashboard, center console, and door armrests, and the S line Black Optic Package, which adds high-gloss black exterior accents and 20" matte titanium finish wheels for a bold, sporty edge. Remote park assist plus, intersection assist, four-zone climate control, and dual-pane acoustic glass enhance comfort and confidence behind the wheel.
Engine and Performance: At the heart of the A7 lies a powerful 3.0-liter TFSI® V6 engine producing 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. Mated to a smooth 7-speed S tronic® dual-clutch automatic transmission and quattro® all-wheel drive, this system delivers exceptional traction and handling in all conditions. Thanks to its mild hybrid system with regenerative braking, the A7 also achieves an impressive EPA-estimated 24 MPG combined (21 city / 30 highway).
Key Features:
• Prestige Package: Bang & Olufsen® 3D audio, ventilated/massaging front seats, heated rear seats, LED animation lights, contour lighting, top view camera
• Luxury Package: Extended leather trim, contour front seats, memory passenger seat
• S line Black Optic Package: High-gloss black accents, 20"" matte titanium wheels, sport suspension
• Adaptive Cruise Assist + Lane Guidance + Head-Up Display
• Remote Park Assist + Traffic Sign Recognition + Audi Side Assist
• 3.0L TFSI® V6 Engine (335 HP / 369 lb-ft) + quattro® AWD
• MMI® Navigation Plus + Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus + Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto™
• Power Sunroof + Power Soft-Close Doors + Dual-Pane Acoustic Glass
This 2023 Audi A7 55 TFSI quattro stands as a testament to the brand's commitment to blending progressive design with cutting-edge luxury. With elegant styling, advanced tech, and high-performance engineering, it's the perfect flagship for those who desire power and prestige.
Audi Marin is a member of the indiGO Auto Group. Our dealership features a beautiful Audi Corporate Identity showroom, fully staffed factory certified service center, parts department, finance department, detailing department, and Porsche accessories boutique. Allow us to also help arrange transportation of your new car directly to your home anywhere in the world. Trade-in proposals are always welcome. If you like this vehicle and have questions, simply call, or drop by our location at 700 Francisco Blvd W, San Rafael, CA 94901. We invite you to Activate Your Ownership with us today!
This vehicle includes one keyfob.
Equipped with the top-tier Prestige Package, this A7 includes sought-after features such as HD Matrix-design LED headlights with animation, Bang & Olufsen® 3D Premium Sound, ventilated front seats with massage function, heated rear seats, contour/ambient LED interior lighting (multi-color), and a head-up display.
Additional highlights include the Luxury Package with extended leather across the dashboard, center console, and door armrests, and the S line Black Optic Package, which adds high-gloss black exterior accents and 20" matte titanium finish wheels for a bold, sporty edge. Remote park assist plus, intersection assist, four-zone climate control, and dual-pane acoustic glass enhance comfort and confidence behind the wheel.
Engine and Performance: At the heart of the A7 lies a powerful 3.0-liter TFSI® V6 engine producing 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. Mated to a smooth 7-speed S tronic® dual-clutch automatic transmission and quattro® all-wheel drive, this system delivers exceptional traction and handling in all conditions. Thanks to its mild hybrid system with regenerative braking, the A7 also achieves an impressive EPA-estimated 24 MPG combined (21 city / 30 highway).
Key Features:
• Prestige Package: Bang & Olufsen® 3D audio, ventilated/massaging front seats, heated rear seats, LED animation lights, contour lighting, top view camera
• Luxury Package: Extended leather trim, contour front seats, memory passenger seat
• S line Black Optic Package: High-gloss black accents, 20"" matte titanium wheels, sport suspension
• Adaptive Cruise Assist + Lane Guidance + Head-Up Display
• Remote Park Assist + Traffic Sign Recognition + Audi Side Assist
• 3.0L TFSI® V6 Engine (335 HP / 369 lb-ft) + quattro® AWD
• MMI® Navigation Plus + Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus + Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto™
• Power Sunroof + Power Soft-Close Doors + Dual-Pane Acoustic Glass
This 2023 Audi A7 55 TFSI quattro stands as a testament to the brand's commitment to blending progressive design with cutting-edge luxury. With elegant styling, advanced tech, and high-performance engineering, it's the perfect flagship for those who desire power and prestige.
Audi Marin is a member of the indiGO Auto Group. Our dealership features a beautiful Audi Corporate Identity showroom, fully staffed factory certified service center, parts department, finance department, detailing department, and Porsche accessories boutique. Allow us to also help arrange transportation of your new car directly to your home anywhere in the world. Trade-in proposals are always welcome. If you like this vehicle and have questions, simply call, or drop by our location at 700 Francisco Blvd W, San Rafael, CA 94901. We invite you to Activate Your Ownership with us today!
This vehicle includes one keyfob.
All Features
- Convenience Package -inc: Heated Steering Wheel, Audi Phone Box w/Wireless Charging, signal booster, Adaptive Cruise Assist w/Lane Guidance, Audi Side Assist w/Pre Sense Rear, Top View Camera System w/Virtual 360 View
- Executive Package -inc: Heated Rear Seats, Front Seats w/Ventilation, 4-way power lumbar for passenger, 4-Zone Automatic Climate Control, Contour/Ambient LED Interior Lighting Package, Multicolor
- Automatic Full-Time All-Wheel
- 4.41 Axle Ratio
- Battery w/Run Down Protection
- Hybrid Electric Motor
- Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
- Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
- Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
- 19.3 Gal. Fuel Tank
- Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust
- Multi-Link Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
- Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
- Regenerative 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
- Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential
- Lithium Ion (li-Ion) Traction Battery
- Wheels: 20" 5-Double-Arm Design
- Tires: 20" All-Season
- Steel Spare Wheel
- Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
- Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st Row Sunroof w/Sunshade
- Body-Colored Front Bumper
- Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Chrome Bumper Insert
- Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
- Body-Colored Door Handles
- Body-Colored Power Heated Auto Dimming Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
- Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster
- Light Tinted Glass
- Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets
- Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
- Power Spoiler
- Chrome Grille
- Front License Plate Bracket
- Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
- Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
- Front And Rear Fog Lamps
- Cornering Lights
- Perimeter/Approach Lights
- Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
- Programmable Projector Beam Auto-Leveling Auto High-Beam Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off
- Radio: Audi MMI Navigation Plus -inc: MMI touch response (10.1" upper screen), Audi connect CARE (limited time subscription), Audi connect PLUS (6-month trial subscription, acceptance of terms required), Audi smartphone interface (wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), Audi sound system, Bluetooth® w/audio streaming and SiriusXM w/360L (3 month trial subscription, acceptance of terms required)
- Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls, Voice Activation and Radio Data System
- Audio Theft Deterrent
- Window Grid Diversity Antenna
- 16 Speakers
- Wireless Phone Connectivity
- 3 LCD Monitors In The Front
- Real-Time Traffic Display
- Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: 8-way power front seats w/driver 4-way power lumbar and driver memory
- Driver Seat
- Passenger Seat
- 40-20-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
- Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
- Power Rear Windows
- Mobile Hotspot Internet Access
- Leather Steering Wheel w/Auto Tilt-Away
- Front Cupholder
- Rear Cupholder
- Compass
- Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
- Valet Function
- Power Fuel Flap Locking Type
- Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 4 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button
- Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access
- HomeLink Garage Door Transmitter
- Cruise Control
- HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts, Residual Heat Recirculation, Headliner/Pillar Ducts and Console Ducts
- Voice Activated
- Illuminated Locking Glove Box
- Driver Foot Rest
- Interior Trim -inc: Genuine Wood/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Genuine Wood/Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Genuine Wood/Metal-Look Console Insert, Piano Black/Metal-Look Interior Accents and Leatherette Upholstered Dashboard
- Full Cloth Headliner
- Leatherette Door Trim Insert
- Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material
- Leather Seating Surfaces
- Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
- Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
- Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console and 3 12V DC Power Outlets
- Front And Rear Map Lights
- Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
- Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
- Carpet Floor Trim
- Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch
- Rigid Cargo Cover
- Cargo Space Lights
- Memory Settings -inc: Driver Seat, Door Mirrors and Steering Wheel
- FOB Controls -inc: Keyfob Cargo Access, Keyfob Window Activation and Keyfob Sunroof/Convertible Roof Activation
- Integrated Navigation System w/Voice Activation
- Tracker System
- Smart Device Integration
- Instrument Panel Covered Bin, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
- Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
- Delayed Accessory Power
- Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
- Driver Information Center
- Redundant Digital Speedometer
- Trip Computer
- Outside Temp Gauge
- Digital/Analog Appearance
- Manual w/Tilt Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
- Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest w/Storage
- 2 Seatback Storage Pockets
- Perimeter Alarm
- Immobilizer
- 3 12V DC Power Outlets
- Air Filtration
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- ABS And Driveline Traction Control
- Side Impact Beams
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
- Emergency Sos Capability
- Audi parking system plus Front And Rear Parking Sensors
- Lane departure warning Lane Departure Warning
- Collision Mitigation-Front
- Lane departure warning Lane Keeping Assist
- Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
- SIDEGUARD Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
- Airbag Occupancy Sensor
- Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag and Rear Side-Impact Airbag
- Power Rear Child Safety Locks
- Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
- Engine: 3.0 Turbocharged TFSI 24V DOHC 6-Cylinder -inc: start/stop system w/48V mild hybrid technology
- Transmission: 7-Speed S tronic
- Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and Oil Cooler
- Automatic Full-Time All-Wheel
- 4.41 axle ratio
- Engine oil cooler
- Battery w/Run Down Protection
- Hybrid Electric Motor
- Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
- Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
- Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
- 19.3 Gal. Fuel Tank
- Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust
- Multi-Link Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
- Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
- Regenerative 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
- Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential
- Lithium Ion (li-Ion) Traction Battery
- Steel Spare Wheel
- Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
- Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st Row Sunroof w/Sunshade
- Body-Colored Front Bumper
- Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Chrome Bumper Insert
- Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
- Body-Colored Door Handles
- Body-Colored Power Heated Auto Dimming Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
- Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster
- Light Tinted Glass
- Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets
- Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
- Power Spoiler
- Chrome grille
- Front license plate bracket
- Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
- Front And Rear Fog Lamps
- Cornering Lights
- Perimeter/Approach Lights
- Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
- Programmable Projector Beam Auto-Leveling Auto High-Beam Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off
- Audio Theft Deterrent
- Window Grid Diversity Antenna
- 16 Speakers
- 3 LCD Monitors In The Front
- Real-Time Traffic Display
- Driver Seat
- Passenger Seat
- 40-20-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
- Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
- Leather Steering Wheel w/Auto Tilt-Away
- Front Cupholder
- Rear Cupholder
- Compass
- Valet Function
- Power Fuel Flap Locking Type
- Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access
- HomeLink Garage Door Transmitter
- Cruise Control
- HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts, Residual Heat Recirculation, Headliner/Pillar Ducts and Console Ducts
- Voice Activated
- Illuminated Locking Glove Box
- Driver foot rest
- Full Cloth Headliner
- Leatherette Door Trim Insert
- Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material
- Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
- Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
- Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console and 3 12V DC Power Outlets
- Front And Rear Map Lights
- Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
- Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
- Carpet Floor Trim
- Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch
- Rigid Cargo Cover
- Cargo Space Lights
- Tracker System
- Instrument Panel Covered Bin, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
- Delayed Accessory Power
- Driver Information Center
- Redundant Digital Speedometer
- Outside Temp Gauge
- Digital/Analog Appearance
- Manual w/Tilt Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
- Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest w/Storage
- 2 Seatback Storage Pockets
- Perimeter Alarm
- Immobilizer
- 3 12V DC Power Outlets
- Air Filtration
- Side Impact Beams
- Audi parking system plus Front And Rear Parking Sensors
- Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
- SIDEGUARD Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
- Airbag Occupancy Sensor
- Power Rear Child Safety Locks
- Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
- EPA Classification: Midsize Cars
- Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 24
- EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 21
- EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 30
- Base Curb Weight (lbs): 4343
- Suspension Type - Front: Multi-Link
- Suspension Type - Rear: Multi-Link
- Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Multi-Link
- Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link
- Brake Type: 4-Wheel Disc
- Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
- Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
- Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
- Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 13.3
- Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 13
- Front Tire Size: P255/35YR21
- Front Tire Size: P255/40HR20
- Rear Tire Size: P255/35YR21
- Rear Tire Size: P255/40HR20
- Spare Tire Size: Compact
- Front Wheel Size (in): 21 X 8.5
- Front Wheel Size (in): 20 X 8.5
- Rear Wheel Size (in): 21 X 8.5
- Rear Wheel Size (in): 20 X 8.5
- Spare Wheel Size (in): Compact
- Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
- Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
- Spare Wheel Material: Steel
- Steering Type: Rack-Pinion
- Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 39.7
- Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 19.3
- Wheelbase (in): 115.2
- Length, Overall (in): 195.6
- Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 75.1
- Height, Overall (in): 56
- Track Width, Front (in): 65
- Track Width, Rear (in): 64.4
- Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up (ft³): 24.9
- Passenger Capacity: 5
- Front Head Room (in): 37
- Front Leg Room (in): 41.3
- Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.2
- Second Head Room (in): 37.1
- Second Leg Room (in): 37
- Second Shoulder Room (in): 55.9
- Vehicle Name: Audi A7
- Body Style: quattro Sportback
- Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 7.4
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All discounted prices are in lieu of special lease or finance rates. We’re sorry, availability of some equipment, options or features may be limited due to global supply issues affecting the auto industry. Please be sure to verify that the vehicle you purchase includes all expected features and equipment. New vehicle pricing includes all offers and incentives. Tax, title, tags, and dealer fees not included in vehicle prices shown and must be paid by the purchaser. while great effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information on this site, errors do occur so please verify information with a customer service rep. This is easily done by calling us at 415-578-5349 or by visiting us at the dealership. New vehicle MSRP is the manufacturers suggested retail price. It is not binding and does not constitute an offer. used vehicle pricing shown on websites is a suggested market value and is not a binding offer. Final pricing may vary significantly between website displayed pricing and final in person consummated agreement and is subject to market conditions, equipment variations, and other factors. See store management in person in the dealership for final pricing. Pricing is not final or binding until signed in person by an authorized store manager. **with approved credit. terms may vary. Monthly payments are only estimates derived from the vehicle price with a 72 month term, 6.9% interest and 20% downpayment. Existing / established business relationship by viewing or using this website in any way – including simply viewing the website and/or use of services, vendors, lead forms, finance forms, trade forms, parts and service forms and/or appointment portals, offers, and goods or services offered or displayed on, in, or by means of use of this website – you agree that you have entered an existing / established business relationship with the dealership and with all of its assignees, vendors, partners, associates, business entities, products ,services, and providers. you furthermore explicitly agree that this existing / established business relationship meets and satisfies any and all present, past and future requirements of any and all federal, state, regional and local tcpa and tcpa related or equivalent legislation/s, rule/s, regulation/s, and communication qualifier/s and exemptions for parties in an existing / established business relationship as they define such a relationship.