Audi
introduced the facelifted Q7 in Europe earlier this year and now the company
has revealed details about the US-spec crossover. Looking instantly recognizable, the
updated Q7 has a revised grille which now features vertical bars. The crossover
also sports a modestly revised bumper and updated lighting units. Rounding out
the changes are aluminum-optic skid plates and restyled 19-inch alloy wheels.
The
updates continue in the cabin as the Q7 adopts a dual display setup like the
Q8. The upper display is a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, while the
lower 8.6-inch display provides access to climate control, comfort and
convenience features.
Speaking
of the cabin, the Q7 comes nicely equipped with a 12.3-inch digital instrument
cluster, a tri-zone automatic climate control system and a panoramic sunroof.
Buyers will also find ambient lighting, wood trim and heated eight-way power
front seats. Other niceties include a multifunction steering wheel and a power
folding third row. An
assortment of options will be available including a color head-up display and a
Bang & Olufsen 3D advanced sound system. Customers can also order a Luxury
package which adds an Alcantara headliner and individual contour Valcona
leather front seats with ventilation and massage functions.
Power
is provided by a new 3.0-liter TFSI V6 engine that produces 335 hp and 500 Nm of torque. Compared to its predecessor, the new
engine develops an additional 6 hp and 60 Nm)of
torque. The
engine is paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission which sends power to
a standard quattro all-wheel drive system. This setup enables the Q7 to
accelerate from 0-96 km/h in just 5.7 seconds.
On
the tech front, there isn’t much to report as many systems carryover. However,
there’s a new emergency assist system which can determine if the driver is
incapacitated. If this occurs and the driver fails to respond to repeated
warnings, the vehicle will eventually bring itself to a halt and activate the
hazard lights.
The
2020 Audi Q7 will go on sale shortly and pricing will start at US$ 60,800 –
excluding a destination charge of US$ 995.
