The Audi Q7 is a 7-seat luxury SUV model family in the E-SUV segment produced by the German automaker Audi. The second generation, coded 4M, was introduced in 2015, facelifted in 2019, and received updates to its technology equipment and hybrid power units for the 2026 model year. The series includes the standard Q7 SUV, the plug-in hybrid Q7 TFSI e, and the performance-oriented SQ7.

Design and Structural Features

Developed on the MLB Evo platform, the Q7 features exterior elements such as a wide Singleframe grille, HD Matrix LED headlights, and OLED rear lights. The interior is equipped with 10.1-inch and 8.6-inch MMI touchscreens, a 12.3-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus, and an optional Bang & Olufsen 3D Premium sound system.

Body Types and Dimensions

Q7 SUV

• Length: 5,072 mm
• Width (without mirrors): 1,970 mm
• Width (with mirrors): 2,212 mm
• Height: 1,734 mm
• Wheelbase: 2,995 mm
• Luggage Capacity: 865 liters / 2,050 liters (with seats folded)
• Loading Edge Height: 746 – 790 mm

Q7 TFSI e (Plug-in Hybrid)

• Length: 5,072 mm
• Width (without mirrors): 1,970 mm
• Width (with mirrors): 2,212 mm
• Height: 1,735 mm
• Wheelbase: 2,995 mm
• Luggage Capacity: 650 liters / 1,835 liters
• Loading Edge Height: 746 – 790 mm

SQ7

• Length: 5,072 mm
• Width (without mirrors): 1,970 mm
• Width (with mirrors): 2,212 mm
• Height: 1,703 mm
• Wheelbase: 3,002 mm
• Luggage Capacity: 865 liters / 2,050 liters
• Loading Edge Height: 746 – 790 mm

Powertrain Options and Performance

Petrol Engines (TFSI)

• 55 TFSI quattro (3.0L V6): 250 kW (340 hp) / 500 Nm
• 0–100 km/h: 5.9 s
• Top Speed: 250 km/h
• Transmission: 8-speed Tiptronic
• Drivetrain: quattro AWD

Plug-in Hybrids (TFSI e)

• 60 TFSI e quattro (3.0L TFSI + Electric Motor): 290 kW (394 hp) / 600 Nm
• Electric Range: 55–58 km (WLTP)
• 0–100 km/h: 5.7 s
• Battery: 17.9 kWh
• Charging Time: 2.5 h (AC 7.4 kW)
• 70 TFSI e quattro (3.0L TFSI + Electric Motor): 360 kW (490 hp) / 700 Nm
• Electric Range: 54–57 km (WLTP)
• 0–100 km/h: 5.0 s
• Battery: 17.9 kWh
• Charging Time: 2.5 h (AC 7.4 kW)

Performance Version (SQ7)

• SQ7 4.0 TFSI V8 quattro: 373 kW (507 hp) / 770 Nm
• 0–100 km/h: 4.1 s
• Top Speed: 250 km/h (limited)
• Transmission: 8-speed Tiptronic
• Drivetrain: quattro AWD

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Interior and Equipment

Standard Equipment (Q7/TFSI e/SQ7)

• HD Matrix LED headlights
• Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus
• MMI Navigation Plus (10.1-inch + 8.6-inch displays)
• Four-zone automatic climate control
• Power-operated tailgate
• 19-inch alloy wheels (SQ7: 21-inch)
• Audi Pre Sense 360°
• Lane Keeping Assist
• Front and rear parking sensors

Optional Equipment

• OLED rear lights
• Bang & Olufsen 3D Advanced sound system (23 speakers, 1,920 W)
• Head-Up Display
• Panoramic sunroof
• Comfort seats with massage function
• Dynamic suspension (SQ7: active anti-roll)
• 20–22-inch alloy wheel options
• 360° camera system and park assist

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Safety and Driver Assistance Systems

In 2019, Euro NCAP awarded the Audi Q7 a 5-star rating.

Standard Systems

• Audi Pre Sense Front
• Lane Keeping Assist
• Traffic Sign Recognition
• Driver Fatigue Detection

Optional Systems

• Night Vision Assistant
• Cross Traffic Alert
• Adaptive Cruise Control (Stop & Go)
• 360° Surround View System

Production and Market Position

The Audi Q7 Series is manufactured at Audi’s Bratislava plant in Slovakia. Competitors in its segment include the BMW X5/X7, Mercedes-Benz GLE/GLS, and Volvo XC90.