Bojan Vrbnjak
The current generation of the 4M model Listen Q7 has been on the market since the middle of the year 2015. The first major renovation was carried out in 2019. And instead of introducing a new generation now, the manufacturer with four rings will take another look at its own flagship SUV. What has changed? Let's look at the details.
Exterior and interior
When designing Audi Q7 continues to dominate classic refrigerator grid with one frame that has been redesigned and is now made up of very large hexagons. New lighting units are placed on the sides and are superimposed with laser HD-Matrix LED headlights. When the vehicle speed exceeds 70 km/h, the high beam range increases. The rear lights are also new OLED, which are available in the model for the first time Q7. Otherwise, one has to look with a magnifying glass to notice subtle changes in the design. VW Golf sends his regards.
Updated Audi Q7
Listen Q7, which is available as 5- or 7-seater, inside it keeps the layout of the current generation. Z digital instruments and two monitors in the center of the dashboard: top for the infotainment system, bottom for functions such as climate control, driving modes and other matters. In the field infotainment system are new in the software (MIB 3), which is updated in terms of operation and graphics that can update remotely and offers the option to install applications such as Spotify ali Amazon Music.
Engines
It's under the hood 3,0-liter V6 diesel engine with 231 hp and 500 Nm (45 TDI) or 286 hp and 600 Nm (50 TDI), which accelerates the huge SUV from 0 to 100 km/h in 7,1 or 6,1 seconds. It is among gasoline engines 3,0-liter V6 with 340 hp and 500 Nm of torque that accelerates the vehicle from 0 to 100 km/h in 5,6 seconds. All engines are connected to 8-speed automatic transmission, permanent all-wheel drive and 48-volt mild hybrid system. In the current press release, Audi does not mention the revival of the PHEV model.
Updated Audi SQ7
It's on top 4,0-liter V8 TFSI with 507 hp and 770 Nm of torque that is reserved for Audi SQ7, the highest version of which reaches the maximum speed 250 km/h and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h 4,1 seconds. A unit that can shut down half the cylinders (2, 3, 5 and 8) when full power is not required. Electronically controlled air suspension with a stepless adaptive damping system that adjusts the ride height up to 90 millimeters, is available as an option. At highway speeds Q7 automatically lowers by the maximum 30 millimeters, and on uneven terrain it can rise by a maximum 60 millimeters. A rear axle steering system is also available.
Technology and prices
Regarding driver assistance, has a renovated Listen Q7 systems 2st level with adaptive cruise control and active lane departure warning, automatic emergency braking, cameras and various sensors.
Pricelist za 45 TDI quattro start at 79.300 euros, za 50 TDI quattro so at 82.300 euros. The price of the model 55 TFSI quattro with standard equipment amounts to 82.500 euros. The price of a sports model SQ7TFSI starts at 112.000 euros. Order books will be opened in the current quarter.
