What is it?
The Q7 is Audi's seven-seat full-size luxury SUV, sitting on the MLB Evo platform shared with the Bentley Bentayga, Porsche Cayenne and VW Touareg. The current 4M generation received its second facelift in 2024. Two engines for Australia, both 3.0L V6 with 48V mild-hybrid: 45 TDI diesel and 55 TFSI petrol. Quattro AWD and 8-speed tiptronic standard.
The lineup runs from 45 TDI quattro at $116,400 plus on-roads, through to 55 TFSI quattro at $128,200 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
Genuine seven-seat capability with usable third row for adults on short trips. 3,500 kg braked towing on both engines. 45 TDI returns 6.8 L/100 km combined. Three-screen MMI Touch with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto standard. Air suspension and quattro AWD across the range.
No PHEV variant offered in Australia. Approaching end of model cycle, replacement Q7 expected 2027. SQ7 V8 has been dropped from the AU range. Options inflate the price quickly.
Should you buy the Q7?
Reasons to buy
- Genuine seven-seat capability with usable third row for adults on short trips. 3,500 kg braked towing on both engines. 45 TDI returns 6.8 L/100 km combined. Three-screen MMI Touch with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto standard. Air suspension and quattro AWD across the range.
- Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km.
- 5-star ANCAP (2019), full driver-assist suite.
- 295 L (770 L / 2,050 L) boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
- Braked towing rated at 3,500 kg.
Reasons to wait
- No PHEV variant offered in Australia. Approaching end of model cycle, replacement Q7 expected 2027. SQ7 V8 has been dropped from the AU range. Options inflate the price quickly.
- You want a PHEV (BMW X5 xDrive50e, Mercedes GLE), an off-road brief (Range Rover Sport), or to wait for the next-generation Q7 due 2027.
- Drive-away can climb past $140k with options. If a PHEV matters, cross-shop the BMW X5 xDrive50e or Mercedes GLE.
- Top trim climbs to $128,200 plus on-roads.
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