The Q7 is offered in Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige trims. Power is provided by a 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder that makes 248 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque while returning an EPA-estimated 19 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway. With quattro all-wheel drive, power is put to all four wheels through an 8-speed automatic transmission. Optional on those trims and standard on the Prestige is turbocharged 3.0L V6 that delivers 335 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque. The engine will propel the 4,938-pound Q7 to 60 mph in just 5.7 seconds, with an EPA-estimated 17 mpg in the city and 21 mpg on the highway. An 8-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic function puts power to all four wheels courtesy of Audi's quattro system.
With the second- and third-row seatbacks folded down, cargo capacity is 69.6 cubic-feet; even with the second-row seats in place, capacity is still a generous 35.7 cubic feet. Steering is courtesy of an electromechanical power steering unit, while suspension front and rear is via a 5-link independent setup. Stopping power comes through ventilated disc brakes -- 13.8 inches in the front and rear.
Q7 Premium trims are well-equipped and come with Audi's signature Single frame grille, 19-inch alloy wheels, automatic Xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights, LED taillights and heated power-adjustable and power-folding side mirrors with integrated LED turn signals. Leather seating graces the interior, with heated power front seats, 40/20/40 second-row seats and 50/50 power split folding third-row seats.
Three-zone automatic climate control, one-touch up/down power windows, a power tilt/telescopic multifunction steering wheel with paddle shifters, ambient LED lighting and an auto-dimming rearview mirror are all standard.
Bluetooth hands-free connectivity and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration are also included, along with a dual-screen setup for the infotainment system, a 10-speaker audio system with HD radio and SiriusXM satellite radio, cruise control, Homelink Universal garage door opener and auto start/stop engine technology.
Advanced safety features include automatic windshield wipers and headlights, the Audi pre sense suite of accident avoidance systems that detects vehicles and pedestrians and begins emergency procedures, parking system plus with a rear camera and Audi drive select, which allows drivers to adjust the Q7's driving characteristics based upon conditions.
The Audi Q7 comes properly equipped many multiple safety systems including Lane departure warning, Audi pre sense basic, forward collision mitigation, Audi pre sense city and Audi parking system plus.
Several packages are available across the Q7 model range. The Black Optic Package brings 21-inch wheels, black roof rails and black high-gloss styling accents. The Executive package includes heated rear seats, Audi Adaptive Cruise Assist with Traffic Jam Assist, rear door sunshades, vented front seats, and Audi Active Lane Assist with Emergency Assist. The Premium Plus package comes with a Bose 3D surround sound, wireless charging, heated steering wheel with paddles, Topview camera system, virtual 360 view and illuminated door sills.
Luxurious Interior
Impressive Entertainment And Safety Technologies
Excellent Multimedia Interface
Comfortable Seating For 7, Crisp Handling
Available Supercharged V6
For 2021, The Audi Q7 comes with no major changes after an extensive redesign in 2020. The Q7 now comes standard with blind spot monitoring and rear-cross traffic alert.
The Q7 is a large luxury SUV with a surprisingly car-like driving experience. It offers a host of advanced safety technologies, some of which provide autonomous driving capabilities. No corners have been cut outside or in, and with standard 7-passenger convenience and some truly incredible amenities, the Q7 outshines competitors like the BMW X5, Volvo XC90 and Mercedes-Benz GL.
