2016
Audi Q7
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With the new Q7, Audi
is setting standards in the premium SUV segment. 325 kilograms less weight and
the low center of mass make it extremely agile. At the same time, it is the
most spacious car in its segment. Although the exterior dimensions have gotten smaller,
it offers substantially more interior room for passengers and luggage. Its
innovative assistance and infotainment systems take the SUV to the front of the
pack. The efficient engines consume 26 percent less fuel on average.
Prof. Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg,
Audi Board Member for Technical Development: "The new Audi Q7 is a
statement of our competence. Weighing 325 kilograms (716.5 lb) less, it sets
the benchmark in its class. It is around 26 percent more efficient and is
equipped with the latest assistance systems, infotainment modules and connect
features."
With a curb weight of
just 1,995 kilograms (4,398.2 lb) (as 3.0 TDI), the new Audi Q7 is the lightest
in its class. It weighs 325 kilograms (716.5 lb) less than the previous model.
With its lightweight, multimaterial body and an all-new chassis, it is
comfortable while at the same time offering the typical performance of a sporty
Audi - and that with top-notch CO2 values. Audi engineers have reduced the fuel
consumption of the Q7 by as much as 28 percent (TFSI) and 23 percent (TDI).
The engines set top
marks in the segment of large SUVs with all-wheel drive. The 3.0 TDI with 200
kW (272 hp) and the 3.0 TFSI with 245 kW (333 hp) accelerate the new Audi Q7
from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) in 6.1 seconds (TFSI) and 6.3 seconds (TDI),
respectively. The diesel V6 consumes on average just 5.7 liters of fuel per 100
kilometers (41.3 US mpg), corresponding to 149 grams of CO2 per kilometer
(239.8 g/mi).
The Audi Q7 also sets
standards with respect to the operating concept, infotainment, connectivity and
driver assistance systems. The second-generation modular infotainment platform
is on board, as is the Audi virtual cockpit. The new MMI all‑in‑touch control unit with large
touchpad makes operation child's play. Other attractive innovations include the
expanded services from Audi connect, the Audi tablet for the rear seat
passengers and the two sound systems with 3D audio. Smartphone integration with
Google Android Auto and Apple CarPlay is also new. The new Audi Q7 is one of
the first cars worldwide to offer these functions.
One highlight is the
comprehensive portfolio of new driver assistance systems, including adaptive
cruise control with traffic jam assistant. No other production vehicle in the
world currently offers more.
The Audi Q7 e‑tron quattro, which will be launched a short time later, is the first
plug in hybrid from Audi with a diesel engine. It impresses with system 275 kW
(373 hp) of system output and a system torque of 700 Nm (516.3 lb‑ft), and is also the world's first diesel plug‑in hybrid with quattro all‑wheel drive in the premium SUV
segment. It consumes just 1.7 liters per 100 kilometers (138.4 US mpg), which
corresponds to less than 50 grams CO2 per kilometer (80.5 g/mi). A full battery
charge is sufficient for a distance of 56 kilometers (34.8 mi).
