Audi Q7

The intelligent cabin of the Audi Q7 looks and feels friendly, comfortable and spacious. Being a seven-seater SUV, in terms of headroom and legroom, it offers ample space for all the passengers. The third row comes with electrically foldable function and can be folded to increase the cargo space. The ambient lighting package adds more value to the cabin of Q7, it comes with 30 selectable colours that can be paired with centre console, front and rear door sills. From the driver's perspective, the Q7 comes with standard 12.3-inch Audi virtual cockpit. The front seats come with ventilated and heated function, whereas the driver seat comes with memory function that makes it easy to change the seating position as per profile. In terms of the infotainment and navigation system, you will get separate displays for both functions. Whereas the head-up display is optional and can be equipped with the Technik package.

Audi Q7 steals the show with dynamic body structure emphasized by the uniquely crafted husky cuts on the sides. This SUV looks bold and radiates the presence while moving, further with the new enhancements to the exteriors of Audi Q7, it looks better than the previous one. Now, with the Q8’s signature daytime running lights and LED lamps, Q7’s athletic personality looks captivating and timeless. In the back, the design of the bumper is refined with sport character, and the electric-powered tailgate design is also revised and it appears with the standard LED taillights. Moreover, Audi Q7’s base grade comes standard with the 19” alloy wheels in 5-V-spoke design, and the top-grade comes standard with partly polished contrasting grey 20” alloy wheels in 10-spoke-star design.

Audi Q7 delivers a comfortable and promising ride quality. The sports tuned suspension acts well in synchrony with the road conditions and keeps the cabin balanced even while passing over jerky roads. The standard Quattro all-wheel-drive system maintains the level of traction and also enhances the driving dynamics of Q7. Whereas agile handling works as per the driver and road input, that makes taking sharp turns an easy task.

Under the hood, both the grades of Audi Q7 comes standard with the 3.0L V6 turbocharged diesel engine with common rail injection system. However, the power output varies among the variants. And, the base grade can produce a maximum power of 160 kW at 3,250–4,750 rpm and torque of 500 Nm at 1,250–3,000 rpm. In addition, this engine can get the 45 TDI from 0–100 km/h in 7.3 seconds, and can attain a top speed of 216km/h. Whereas the top grade can churn out a maximum power of 200 kW at 3,250–4,250 rpm and torque of 600 Nm at 1,500–3,000 rpm. And, it can get from 0–100 km/h in just 6.5 seconds. It can reach a top speed of 234 km/h. Whereas, both grades of Q7 are mated with the 8-speed Tiptronic transmission and come with steering-mounted paddle shifters.

Equipped with class-leading safety features, Q7 is powered by smart and intuitive tech. That enables the safety of passengers at every front, such as you’ll get auto-braking, rear cross-traffic assist, exit warning system, Audi side assist, and active bonnet. On the braking front, Q7 comes standard with the four-wheel disc brakes, electromechanical parking brake, and ABS.

With great power comes responsibility, and Audi Q7 undoubtedly handles it well. The driving behaviors of Audi Q7 stand out from the rest in its class. The handling is refined, it responses in synch with the driver input and road condition, that eventually keep it tuned and right on the track. Also, the powerful 3.0L turbo diesel engine delivers an amazing combined mileage of 5.8–6.2 Litres per 100 km. However, what might annoy you is that many safety and features can only be equipped with optional packages.