The Audi Q7 is a full-size luxury crossover SUV unveiled in September 2005 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Production of the Q7 began in autumn of 2005 in Bratislava, Slovakia. It is the first SUV offering from Audi. Later, Audi's second SUV, the Q5, was unveiled as a 2010 model.
The Q7 (internally designated Typ 4L) utilizes a modified version of the Volkswagen Group PL71 platform. Based on the Audi Pikes Peak quattro concept car, the Q7 is designed more for on-road use, and was not meant for serious off-road use where a transfer case is needed. In an off road test through the Australian outback it fared well for a "soft roader". Although it lacks a low-range transfer case, it has quattro permanent four wheel drive system with a central differential lock, and an adjustable-height air suspension which helps in off road situations.
A brand new facelift and LED headlights with a 8 speed start stop, CO2 reduced to 195 g/km and a wraparound tailgate. Also full paint finishes and metallic colours available and 21 inch alloys in titanium effect and 37 miles to the gallon.
All models include 8-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission as standard. No manual transmission is offered.
The Q7 (internally designated Typ 4L) utilizes a modified version of the Volkswagen Group PL71 platform. Based on the Audi Pikes Peak quattro concept car, the Q7 is designed more for on-road use, and was not meant for serious off-road use where a transfer case is needed. In an off road test through the Australian outback it fared well for a "soft roader". Although it lacks a low-range transfer case, it has quattro permanent four wheel drive system with a central differential lock, and an adjustable-height air suspension which helps in off road situations.
A brand new facelift and LED headlights with a 8 speed start stop, CO2 reduced to 195 g/km and a wraparound tailgate. Also full paint finishes and metallic colours available and 21 inch alloys in titanium effect and 37 miles to the gallon.
2011 Audi Q7 Review
All models include 8-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission as standard. No manual transmission is offered.