We brought you the first spy shots of the
facelifted 2020 Audi SQ7. The diesel-powered performance SUV is making its spy photo debut
carrying predictable updates. As with the regular Q7, it sports new headlights
with a different shape than before. To distinguish it from the lesser model,
Audi has given the SQ7 a unique DRL signature that also integrates the dynamic
turn signal function.
The SQ7 prototype also boasts a new grille and a
more aggressive front bumper design featuring larger air intakes. The
camouflage foil applied to the sides suggests Audi will update the side skirts
and fenders as well.
At the rear, the most noticeable change is the
switch from squared quad exhausts to round tailpipes. That’s in line with the
look of newer S-badged models from Audi’s stable. The rear bumper also appears
to go through a makeover, but the taillights are still the old ones. However,
they’re likely to be replaced by updated units as testing moves on.
For now, we have no information regarding any engine
tweaks. The truth is the SQ7 hardly needs them, since its 4.0-liter V8 bi-turbo
diesel unit already delivers 435 PS and 900 Nm of torque.
Linked to an eight-speed auto and quattro AWD, the V8 propels the big SUV from
0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, and on to a limited top speed of 250
km/h.
It does all that with no interruptions, thanks to a
48-volt mild hybrid system feeding an electric compressor that virtually
eliminates turbo lag. To top it all off, the SQ7’s combined fuel economy is
NEDC-estimated at 7.4 l/100 km (31.8 mpg US).
Cr : Carscoops
