While it may not seem like a huge deal among the
e-trons and RS Q8s of the world, the facelifted Q7 is a very important model in
its segment, which means it couldn’t have missed this year’s Frankfurt Motor
Show.
Externally, the new Q7 sports a more dynamic-looking
grille with vertical lines, instead of horizontal ones, and new headlights,
while the rear features a new set of taillights and a chrome strip uniting the
two clusters.
There’s new tech under the skin as well, with
electromechanical active roll stabilization available as an option. The
facelifted Q7 can also be had with adaptive air suspension and all-wheel
steering, which works by turning the rear wheels in the opposite direction of
the front at low speeds, and in the same direction at higher ones.
Inside, you’ll find the automaker’s latest MMI
infotainment system embedded into a pair of large touchscreen displays. The SUV
also boasts Audi’s Virtual Cockpit gauge cluster and a Head-up Display, for
which, though, you’ll have to pay a little extra.
As for the engine range, there a 3.0-liter V6 diesel
with either 228 or 282 HP, a 335 HP TFSI petrol six and a plug-in hybrid. All
powertrains are mated to an 8-speed Tiptronic gearbox and all-wheel drive.
