Audi chose the North American International Auto Show in Detroit to unveil its Sportback concept, a thinly-veiled version of the anticipated A7 luxury sedan. Powered by a 3.0-liter TDI diesel V6, the Sportback concept serves as a more emotional, evocative sedan slotted just above the A6, much like the swoopy CLS is positioned above the workaday E-Class in Mercedes-Benz ’s lineup.
The A7 Sportback features many styling cues debuted in the A5 coupe, but it is a unique design overall. It rides on 10-spoke, 21-inch alloy wheels (which will probably not make it to the production model) and features LED lights all around (which will probably make it to the production model, on the other hand).
Inside, the Sportback features Audi ’s latest MMI interface with a retracting monitor and unique trim surfaces throughout, including a filigree aluminum border and diamond-shaped stitching on the leather seats.
