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MPG and range are city / highway.
Trim
Engine
Drive
Tank
Fuel
MPG city / hwy
Range city / hwy
Premium Plus quattro 4dr Sedan AWD3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A · AWD · Premium (required)MPG 20 / 30Range 396 / 594 mi
3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A
AWD
19.8 gal75 L
Premiumrequired
20 / 30
396 / 594 mi
Prestige quattro 4dr Sedan AWD3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A · AWD · Premium (required)MPG 20 / 30Range 396 / 594 mi
3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A
AWD
19.8 gal75 L
Premiumrequired
20 / 30
396 / 594 mi
TDI Premium Plus quattro 4dr Sedan AWD3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A · AWD · Diesel DieselMPG 25 / 38Range 495 / 752 mi
3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A Diesel
AWD
19.8 gal75 L
Diesel
25 / 38
495 / 752 mi
TDI Prestige quattro 4dr Sedan AWD3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A · AWD · Diesel DieselMPG 24 / 35Range 475 / 693 mi
3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A Diesel
AWD
19.8 gal75 L
Diesel
24 / 35
475 / 693 mi
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Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.
How far a 2016 Audi A7 goes on a tank
Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 24 MPG, a full 19.8-gallon tank covers about 475 miles.
Gauge
Gallons
Highway miles
City miles
Full
19.8
594
396
3/4
14.9
446
297
1/2
9.9
297
198
1/4
5.0
149
99
1/8
2.5
74
50
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 625 gallons, roughly 32 full tanks.
Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.
At 19.8 gallons, the A7's largest tank ranks second of the seven 2016 sedans compared here. The INFINITI Q50 carries the most (20.0 gal) and the Lexus GS 450h the least (17.4 gal).
Other 2016 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.
2016 Audi A7 fuel system recalls
NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2016 Audi A7, out of 3 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.
Fuel injection system · Fuel railJan 16, 2019 · NHTSA 19V035000 · Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · 74,881 vehicles
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2016 Audi A7?
The 2016 Audi A7 holds 19.8 gallons (75 liters) on every trim we list.
How many gallons and liters does the 2016 Audi A7 gas tank hold?
The 2016 Audi A7 tank holds 75 liters, or 19.8 gallons in US gallons.
Does the 2016 Audi A7 tank change with the powertrain?
No. Gas and Diesel versions of the 2016 Audi A7 use the same 19.8 gal tank.
How far can a 2016 Audi A7 go on a full tank?
About 594–752 miles on the highway and 396–495 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.
How many miles can a 2016 Audi A7 go on a quarter tank?
About 149 highway miles or 99 in town from the 19.8-gallon tank, which has roughly 5.0 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.
What gas does the 2016 Audi A7 take?
Premium unleaded (required), or Diesel fuel, depending on the engine. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
How much does it cost to fill up a 2016 Audi A7?
At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 19.8-gallon tank from empty costs $104.54. It ranges from $90.49 in the Gulf Coast to $125.93 in California.
How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2016 Audi A7?
About 139 pounds for the 19.8-gallon tank. Diesel weighs roughly 7 pounds a gallon.
Does the 2016 Audi A7 have a bigger gas tank than the BMW ActiveHybrid 5?
Yes. The 2016 Audi A7 holds up to 19.8 gallons; the 2016 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 holds up to 17.7.
Has the 2016 Audi A7 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2016 Audi A7: 19V035000 (fuel injection system · fuel rail). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.
Sources
Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).