2012 Audi A7 at a glance

2012 Audi A7

Base price: $60,125 (including destination charge)

Price, as tested: $80,130

Powertrain: 3.0-liter DOHC supercharged V-6; eight-speed automatic transmission with Sport and Manual modes and paddle shifters; quattroall-wheel drive

Horsepower: 310 at 5,500-6,500 rpm

Torque: 325 pound-feet at 2,900-4,500 rpm

0-60 acceleration: 5.4 seconds

Curb weight: 4,210 pounds

Wheelbase: 114.7 inches

Length: 195.6 inches

EPA fuel economy: 18 mpg city/28 mpg highway

Final thoughts: A double-take machine.