When it comes to crossover models, the 2018 Audi Q7 certainly has an edge over all SUVs when it hits the automotive market. The new Audi Q7 has been redesigned and well packaged with outstanding performance to make it the best SUV with the highest performance in the automotive industry.
Renowned German automaker, Audi, is sure to celebrate this creativity. All of the car's major features have been redesigned, updated and equipped with the latest technology to make the 2018 Audi Q7 a worthwhile competitor to rivals.
2018 Audi Q7 Design
The most noticeable thing that has changed is the grille. It has become quite large, made in a diamond shape, with chrome trim around the edges and filled with horizontal lines. They did not bypass the front optics, it will be offered for each configuration different, LED, xenon, matrix.
The headlights of the Audi Ku 7 have changed and become elongated, both bumpers have also been redone, now they look quite massive and elegant. The body of the new Audi ku 7 is cool to upgrade, the roof is licked to the rear, the hood is more streamlined, the windshield is more sloped, all this shows improved aerodynamic abilities.
Also, aerodynamics have improved due to the lightweight body, which has become 71 kilograms lighter, thanks to the high-quality aluminum that the audi q7 body is made of.
The base itself remained from the same high-strength steel. On the back of the lamps are an elongated rectangular shape, and an updated rear tailgate. At the very bottom of the bumper, there is a new exhaust system with two chrome rectangular outlets.
The new Audi Q7 has changed slightly in size, now they are:
- Length 5050 mm.
- Width 1970 mm.
- Height 1740 mm.
- The wheelbase will be 2990.
- Ground clearance 235 mm.
If you add up all the above parameters, it will immediately become clear that the restyled Audi Ku7 has become the lightest in the family.
2018 Audi Q7 Interior
They also did not forget to update the inside, it has become simply luxurious and comfortable, thanks to high-quality materials. Due to the increase in size, the space in the cabin has increased, it has become more spacious in the head area and in the legs of the passengers sitting in the back.
Inside, the new Audi Q7 has everything at the highest level, there will be nothing to complain about. In different trim levels, interior trim can be trimmed with leather or high-quality fabric. Instead of the dashboard, an 8.3 inch MMI touch screen was installed.
As an option, you can put a digital instrument panel with a diagonal of 12.3 inches. The following additions that will equip the new Audi Ku 7 will be:
- Rear View Camera.
- Camera in front.
- Repeaters of turns in mirrors.
- Climate control.
- System of exchange rate stability.
- Navigation system.
- Immobilizer.
The trunk itself will not be left without attention. It has increased and now its volume will be 295 liters. With the 3rd row seat folded down, the luggage compartment will be 890 liters. Well, if you fold the second row of seats, it will not be small 2075 liters.
2018 Audi Q7 - Engine and performance
The 2018 Audi Q7 is expected to come with a 3.0-litre, twin-turbocharged V6 petrol. This engine has an output range of 333 horsepower with over 440 Nm of torque.
Fuel consumption will be: 12.4 liters in the city and 9.4 on the highway. In addition, the new model will accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in just 5.7 seconds. Also, the Audi Q7 3.0 tdi will have a second diesel powertrain, a 3.0 liter V6 producing 272 horsepower.
A little later, for the Audi Ku7 they will add moreseveral engines, the first will be a 2.0 four-cylinder, issuing 252 l / s. And the second diesel engine with a capacity of 218 horses. Two new motors, mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission.
2018 Audi Q7 Price and release date
The price of the new 2018 Audi Q7 will depend on the specifications; however, starting from MSRP it is expected to cost $55,000. The Audi Q7 will be launched in late 2017 or the first quarter of 2018. The main rivals for the new Audi Q7 will be: , and the Lamborghini Urus.
Sales market: Russia.
The Audi Q7 full-size crossover is the company's first SUV to offer the perfect combination of sporty character and versatility, state-of-the-art technology and executive luxury. The car has large dimensions: 5089 mm long, 1983 mm wide and 1737 mm high. An equally decent 3002mm wheelbase is paired with a ground clearance of 240mm. The standard equipment of the Audi Q7 includes quattro permanent all-wheel drive and many innovative systems that have largely determined the further development of the luxury SUV class. In the appearance of the car, considerable attention is paid to dynamic lines that emphasize the sporty character of the Q7. With the launch of the next Audi series, the buyer was offered several modifications with gasoline and diesel engines in combination with a 6-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission. In 2009, restyling took place, the sporty emphasis in design was strengthened, the MMI system acquired a convenient controller with a joystick, new engines and an 8-speed Tiptronic replaced the old units.
Even as standard, the Audi Q7 offers top-notch equipment: xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights, front and rear fog lights, heated electric mirrors, front and rear parking sensors, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, separating armrests front and rear, heated front seats , climate control, MMI interface, on-board computer with a large monochrome screen, full color LCD monitor and an audio system with 11 speakers and a 6-channel amplifier. The list of options includes an equally rich range: four-zone climate control, sports seats, a panoramic roof, leather interior, interior trim with inserts of various colors and textures, a 7" LCD monitor, heated rear seats, electric front seats, an additional third row of seats. Second The Audi Q7 range folds in a 40/20/40 ratio for more functionality, which increases functionality.In the seven-seat version, the boot has a volume of 330 liters, in the five-seat version - 775 liters, which easily increase to an impressive 2035 liters with the rear rows folded down.
Initially, the Audi Q7 provided for several options for 3.0-liter, 3.6-liter and 4.2-liter gasoline engines ranging from 280 to 350 hp. and no less variety of diesel power plants - with a volume of 3.0 liters, 4.2 liters and 6.0 liters with a capacity from 230 to 493 hp. The latter has a V12 Twin Turbo design and has a very high torque of 1000 Nm. The basic versions of the Q7, which were produced after restyling, can have a 3.6-liter V6 FSI gasoline engine with a capacity of 276 hp under the hood. or a 3.0-litre high-torque turbocharged V6 TDI diesel with 266 hp. More powerful versions are equipped with 4.2-liter V8 engines: gasoline FSI (345 hp) and turbocharged diesel (340 hp), as well as the above-mentioned V12 Twin Turbo.
The chassis of the Audi Q7 is made up of numerous aluminum components to ensure an almost perfect axle load distribution. The all-wheel independent suspension with double wishbones front and rear, in combination with the adaptive air suspension, ensures sporty driving and high comfort even off-road. The ability to change the clearance (from 180 to 240 mm) has its advantages not only off-road, but even in an ordinary situation - the car can “sit down” for ease of loading. Just like the Audi RS4, the car is equipped with the latest generation Torsen differential, with a standard 40:60 axle ratio. As standard, the car has 18-inch alloy wheels, which could be replaced with 19- or 20-inch ones.
The equipment of the Audi Q7 includes a complete set of restraint systems (8 pillows, seat belts with pretensioners, child restraints) and a rich set of active safety systems. The standard system of dynamic roll stabilization reduces the buildup around the longitudinal axis. Additional equipment offers an equally rich package of advanced driver assistance systems: adaptive cruise control, Audi Lane Assist lane control, Audi Side Assist blind spot monitoring, Audi parking system.
Despite its size, the Audi Q7 is interesting from a driver's standpoint. It is characterized by high efficiency and steering precision, the ability to clearly and accurately enter turns without unnecessary steering. And of course, it is important to mention powerful engines, and the modification of the Audi Q7 V12 TDI Quattro allowed this crossover to become the most powerful diesel SUV in the world at that time. The rich equipment and decoration of the Q7 is rather an addition to the characteristics of the car itself. Confirmation of interest in the model is the fact that used cars are in rather high demand in the secondary market.
Read completelyRestyling premium crossover from Audi was shown to future buyers recently. As in most cases, the company has focused on updating the appearance. Indeed, the exterior of the car is striking, but not only it is red. The new model will also get an excellent interior with a bunch of options to improve comfort and interesting technical characteristics. All these changes will absolutely allow the Audi Q7 2019 to reach a new level in sales and even outperform the main competitors in this indicator.
As always, the model will be large enough to accommodate as many passengers and cargo as possible. The new body got a rather laconic look, but there is still some decor here.
The first thing that many people notice when they look at a photo of a car is a huge grille. Indeed, it has been seriously updated. Now the main air intake occupies almost the entire center of the bumper. It is decorated with a thick chrome strip around the perimeter. Numerous horizontal stripes inside are also painted. Above the grille is a massive bonnet lid, complemented by several stripes that either protrude outward or slightly deepen into the body.
On the sides of the air intake is a huge rectangular optics, which is filled only with LED lights, because of which the road is illuminated very brightly, and the minimum amount of energy is consumed. A little below the main lights is another pair of air intake cutouts. They are also finished in chrome and include small round fog lights. In the center of the body kit is a solid layer of metal to protect the engine compartment.
The side part is no less interesting. Approximately a third of the entire body area is allocated here for glass. Naturally, they will open an excellent overview of everything that is happening around. Also, the car is decorated with huge arches, several bulging and recessed stripes, massive mirrors with a lot of possibilities and other details.
The rear bumper of all Audi cars has always been almost perfect, according to many. This crossover is no exception. The roof here ends with a small visor. Under it is a large glass tailgate. In the very center there is a large rectangular optics, and the bottom is decorated with a protruding body kit, which houses several lines of brake lights and two huge cutouts for exhaust gases.
Salon
The car is positioned as a premium, and therefore received the appropriate interior equipment. The new 2019 Audi Q7 has Alcantara, leather, aluminum and wood trim. Also here you can find an excellent multimedia system.
As with many Audis, the dashboard here does not include a huge amount of diverse functionality. The most important element here is a large multimedia system monitor, which is placed on top of the console. It is separated from the rest of the controls by a long row of deflectors. A panel with conventional buttons and washers was placed in the center of the dashboard, which set up options that are responsible for the comfort and safety of passengers. The console ends with all sorts of connectors, such as AUX, USB, and others.
The tunnel also looks very solid. This appearance is given to it by countless elements with which it is filled. On it you can find the gear selector knob, a huge number of buttons that allow you to customize the suspension for specific road conditions, two cup holders and a rather large armrest, under which there is a refrigeration unit.
In the best traditions of Audi trimmed steering wheel. It has a very thin steering wheel, comfortable grip and beautiful leather trim. In the center you can find a bunch of chrome parts that give the steering wheel a stylish look, and the spokes boast a lot of control over the assistants installed in the car. The dashboard of the car went virtual. This is a huge plus, since the driver will not have to be distracted by the main multimedia screen to see the navigator data, since it can simply be displayed on this panel.
In total, the car has seven seats. All of them are distinguished by chic leather trim and a comfortable shape, so that even on long trips, all passengers will experience nothing but comfort. The heating system will also help them with this. Also, the first row is supplemented with ventilation and multi-range electrical adjustments. Although there are no such options in other places, this does not prevent them from being very convenient anyway.
It is reported that the car will also receive a spacious luggage compartment. Its exact parameters have not yet been disclosed.
Specifications
All the powertrains that come with the 2019 Audi Q7 will have decent performance and, at the same time, low fuel consumption. The base unit will be a two-liter gasoline unit with 252 horsepower. This is followed by a three-liter engine with 333 forces. Also, this unit is able to work on diesel fuel, however, in this case it will already produce 218 or 272 horsepower. All motors work in tandem only with an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. As the test drive shows, the maximum fuel consumption will be only 8 liters.
Hybrid versions will also be offered in the future.
Options and prices
The price of the simplest modification of the Audi Q7 2019 will be about 4 million. The top-end equipment will cost about a million more. There is no exact list of available options yet, but there is no doubt that it will include all the most necessary functions and a bunch of modern assistants that provide comfort and safety to passengers, and the driver will have easy interaction with the car.
Release date in Russia
The car will go on sale only in the summer of 2018. Accordingly, the start of sales in Russia will begin no earlier than the end of the same year.
7 certainly attracts interested glances. A heavy SUV, leaning noticeably towards a sports car, spectacular, comfortable and conspicuous on the road, stuffed with the most modern electronics almost to the very roof, adapting to its owner without any problems - this handsome man has every chance to win the minds and hearts of many motorists. Let's take a closer look at the novelty.
Appearance Audi Q7
Audi design has received a generous dose of criticism - many believe that the appearance of this model is virtually unchanged from year to year. However, this impression is very deceptive, and the mistake is easy to understand just by putting the new Q7 next to any of its predecessors: previous models feel heavy and unwieldy compared to the newcomer, which feels much more light and sharp. It looks more compact and modern.
Conceptual design of the restyled Audi Q7
These changes are not striking, but are encouraging to think that the brand has decided to reconsider its conservative views in matters of design. The dimensions of the car remained unchanged, but the interior became more spacious. The design of the Audi Q7 contributes to stability on the road, but at the same time does not make the car heavier - on the contrary, it has become more similar to the station wagon.
By the way, about gravity - in recent years, manufacturers of all stripes are increasingly trying to reduce the weight of the machine. Audi developers did not stay away from this trend: the new generation Q7 weighs a good 215 kg less than the previous model due to the large number of parts made of aluminum. This contributes to better car dynamics and helps to significantly reduce fuel consumption - by quite tangible 17%.
Interior
The interior of the Q7 is comfortable and discreet; high-quality and expensive materials are used in its creation. There are three rows of seats that fold automatically. The seats in the third row are very narrow and will accommodate only the youngest passengers comfortably, but otherwise the cabin is spacious and comfortable. The center console of the Q7 is small, but allows you to connect any device on Apple or Android. Alas, next to the front seats there is very little space for all sorts of little things.
Audi relies on premium materials for interior design Of the interesting options, one can note such innovations as the ability to control four wheels - unfortunately, of little relevance to the average driver. According to the creators of the new Audi, this will maintain stability at high speeds and give excellent maneuverability at lower speeds, but this is unlikely to be a noticeable advantage, and the previous model is already very maneuverable.
Separately, we dwell on the adjustable air suspension with 90 mm of travel: this is not the most important option of all provided by the car, but it will make the trip noticeably more comfortable. We can say that the new generation of Q7 is an example of the perfect balance between a comfortable SUV and a sports sedan, towards which it leans.
The company also invested in security. The PreSense option, designed to prevent accidents with pedestrians, is included as standard: the system issues a warning of a person in the way and automatically stops the car. There are adaptive cruise control, a "traffic jam assistant" that maintains a safe distance between cars in a traffic jam, an "assistant at the intersection", built-in GPS and much more.
Audi Q7 Debut at Detroit Auto Show At the moment, there are no various cameras, sensors and radars, but this system will appear at the final stage of concept development by the company's specialists. With all the excellent technical content, this car reveals many of its “talents” only in additional trim levels - for example, the Bang & Olufsen 3D audio system, which is excellent in all respects, will cost you an additional good 5 thousand dollars.
Also, the developers will offer other interesting options - for example, a display with Google maps on the dashboard. Most of the features that the brand has to offer us in 2017 are really interesting, but, alas, they will have to pay a round sum for them. All the most "delicious" Audi was left to car owners only for a surcharge.
Specifications
The platform on which the new Audi model relies is allegedly the Volkswagen MLB. A fairly powerful engine was installed on the Audi Q7 of the 2017 model year, which overnight made it much faster than its relatives: a three-liter turbocharged “engine”, a V6 with a capacity of 333 hp, having 440 N * m of torque.
Audi Q7 promo photo of the new lineup Up to 85% of the power can be directed to the rear wheels. Acceleration to 100 km / h such a car will take in 5.7 seconds, leaving far behind the previous model and its 6.9 seconds of acceleration. The reduced weight of the Q7 has allowed it to become more agile on the road, and the car enters corners more easily. Equipped with an eight-speed Tiptronic gearbox.
Price and conclusions
At the moment, the final cost of the Audi Q7 2017 model year is declared as 54,800 dollars (about 4.110.000 rubles at the current exchange rate), not counting additional features that will also cost a pretty penny. The price is not the most humane, but it would be difficult to expect another from such a car: the Audi Q7 does not belong to budget models by default.
Nevertheless, this is exactly the car that pays off all the money invested in it: status and comfort, capable of both serving as a reliable vehicle and attracting attention, it will undoubtedly occupy a separate niche in the automotive market and find its buyer.
Video presentation Audi Q7
