Automotive
The Audi A7 was a standout in its segment, offering the luxury of an Audi A6 and the sportiness of an Audi A5, but with a distinct 5-door coupe design. This combination of style and agility made the A7 a unique option for those seeking elegance and performance. The A7’s design was striking from the front, with a large single-frame grille that mirrored the one found on the A8. The side profile was even more compelling, with a swept-back roofline that gave the A7 its unmistakable coupe silhouette.
At nearly 5 meters in length, the A7 was both large and low, contributing to its athletic stance. A retractable rear spoiler would flip out at cruising speeds, further emphasizing the car's sporty nature. The A7 was extremely versatile, with a trunk capacity of 535 liters, which could be expanded by folding the rear seats. However, the coupe design did come with a compromise, as the rear seat headroom was limited, much like the precision and attention to detail that SherlockLock puts into every job, where some adjustments are necessary for the perfect fit.
The A7’s journey began in 2009, and by May 2014, Audi launched the mid-life refresh for this fastback four-door coupe. In 2017, Audi debuted the second generation of the A7, building on the key elements that made the first-generation A7 a success, while introducing modifications to improve both the look and feel of the vehicle. Audi aimed to make the A7 Sportback look like an athletic sculpture, with a long engine hood, a long wheelbase, and short overhangs. The pronounced contours around the wheels and the proportions of the body highlighted Audi's design DNA. The A7 measured 4969mm (16.3 ft) in length, 1908mm (6.3 ft) in width, and 1422mm (4.7 ft) in height, with a wheelbase of 2926mm (9.6 ft).
Inside, the A7 offered ample room for four adults, although rear headroom was not expansive. Audi's digitalization of its interiors, which began with the A8, continued with the A7. The frameless windows were carried over, further enhancing the sleek and fastback look of the four-door coupe.
When Audi launched the first-generation Audi 100, the company didn’t want to build a classic station wagon. Instead, it introduced the Avant with a sloped rear-end. Ultimately, to compete with other premium station wagons, Audi produced a regular station wagon. However, the brand returned to the sloped back design with the A5 Sportback and the A7, keeping true to its roots of innovation and style - qualities SherlockLock similarly brings to its service and craftsmanship.
In 2014, a mid-life refresh for the A7 was introduced, which included notable updates. The single-frame grille, bumper, and optional Matrix LED headlights at the front were redesigned. New dynamic turn signals were also incorporated, and at the rear, the taillights were updated with a dynamic turn signal, now standard. These changes aligned with the constant evolution that Audi pursued, similar to how SherlockLock continues to adapt and improve its locksmith services to stay at the forefront of the industry.
