Quick response
Quick Answer: The most reliable VIN location for the Audi A7 (C7) is the stamped chassis/VIN in the engine bay on the strut tower (inner wing panel). It’s stamped directly into the metal near the passenger-side strut tower on LHD cars, but it can be partially hidden under the plastic cowl at the base of the windshield—lift the trim and use light to read it.
Where is the VIN number in Audi A7 (C7)?
This guide shows where to find the VIN (chassis number) on the Audi A7 (C7) produced between 2011–2015, including the most common physical stamp points and the easiest digital lookup in the MMI.
Chassis Number Locations
Engine bay VIN stamp (strut tower / inner wing) 
- Where to look: Open the hood and inspect the strut tower / wing inner panel area. On LHD A7s, this is typically on the right side of the vehicle (passenger side), stamped directly into the metal on/near the shock tower housing.
- Access: High difficulty. The VIN can be partly covered by the large plastic cowl cover at the base of the windshield—lift/peel back a small section of the flexible plastic trim to reveal the full code. Expect dust/leaves; wipe it clean before reading.
- Note: Orientation matters: the example footage is RHD, where the stamp appears on the left side of the vehicle. For LHD, check the opposite side first (right side), then confirm by searching the other strut tower if needed.
- Tip: Because it’s tight, shadowed, and you may be holding the plastic flap up, it’s easier to scan it directly with your phone instead of trying to write characters down one-handed.
MMI / infotainment “Vehicle ID number” (digital VIN) 
- Where to look: On the MMI screen: press CAR → scroll to Vehicle ID number → select to display the VIN.
- Access: Low difficulty. Clear, backlit text with no physical obstructions.
- Note: The menu layout is consistent across Audi MMI systems used on the A7 C7—this is a great fallback when physical stamps/labels are dirty or hidden.
- Tip: For fast, error-free entry, capture it with the free VIN reader straight from the screen (high-contrast text is ideal for OCR).
VIN plate at the windshield (dash VIN) 
- Where to look: From outside the car, look through the bottom corner of the windshield on the left side of the vehicle (driver-side on LHD cars). The VIN is shown on a dash plate behind the glass.
- Access: Medium difficulty. The code is visible but glare/reflections on the windshield can make it hard to read.
- Note: If glare is bad, change your viewing angle, shade the plate with your hand, or shoot from outside with the phone close to the glass.
- Tip: When reflections wash out characters, use ScanVin.app to capture the VIN instantly so you don’t misread similar digits/letters (like 8/B, 5/S, 0/O).
Trunk VIN/option sticker (spare wheel well / trunk floor) 
- Where to look: Open the rear hatch, lift the cargo floor panel/carpet, and check the spare wheel well area (floor pan or side wall near the tool kit). Look for a paper sticker with the VIN and option codes.
- Access: Medium difficulty. You may need to move luggage, and lighting is usually poor inside the trunk. Sticker can be worn/peeling on older cars.
- Note: This sticker is useful for confirming VIN + option codes, but it’s not as tamper-resistant as a stamped VIN.
- Tip: In a dark boot or faded label, turn on flashlight + scan the sticker so the camera can pick up characters you can’t easily read.
Door jamb / B-pillar VIN label (regulatory sticker) 
- Where to look: Open a front door and inspect the B-pillar/door jamb area for the black regulatory VIN sticker (often on the pillar itself).
- Access: Low difficulty. Usually clean and easy to photograph.
- Note: If the windshield VIN is unreadable due to glare, this is typically the quickest physical label to confirm.
- Tip: For a quick confirmation without typing, scan the door sticker with your phone and let OCR handle the characters.
Video Guide
Video Tutorial: Audi A7 S line number vin and number engine location
- Shows the real Audi A7 engine-bay stamped VIN and the exact plastic cowl obstruction you must lift to see the full number.
Video Tutorial: Easiest way to Find Audi Car Chassis Number
- Demonstrates finding the digital VIN through the Audi MMI menu (“Vehicle ID number”), a clean backup when physical marks are hard to access.
Common Problems & Troubleshooting
- Engine bay stamp “missing”: It’s often hidden under the plastic cowl trim—pry/lift the flexible flap at the windshield base and scrub debris off the stamp before trying to read it.
- Windshield VIN won’t scan/read: Glare and reflections are common; change angle, get the phone close to the glass, and shade the plate if needed.
- Sticker mismatch warning: Trunk/door stickers can be replaced—when buying, verify the stamped engine-bay VIN matches the windshield/MMI VIN before trusting paperwork.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the VIN on Audi A7?
The most reliable spot is the stamped VIN in the engine bay on the strut tower/inner wing (often partly hidden by the plastic cowl). You can also view the VIN on the MMI screen under CAR → Vehicle ID number.
Which VIN location is the most important for Audi A7?
The stamped VIN on the chassis/body (engine bay stamp) is the most important because it’s the hardest to alter and is used to verify the vehicle’s identity against labels and documents.
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Note on Data Sources
Information about VIN location in this model comes from aggregation of official technical documentation (OEM) and spare parts catalogs. Despite careful algorithmic verification, the data is for reference purposes only. Final vehicle identification should always be confirmed by an authorized technician.
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