Audi Q7 (4M “second facelift” — Model-Year 2025)
Audi’s seven-seat flagship SUV receives a final combustion-era update before its next, PPE-based electric generation. The makeover brings a more upright, vertical-slat Singleframe grille, reshaped bumpers, optional HD-Matrix LED with laser spot, new rear OLED light signatures and the faster MIB 3.5 infotainment on an 11.6-inch touchscreen. The trusty MLB-evo chassis, adaptive air suspension and optional all-wheel steering remain.
| Powertrain (EU-6e) | Output / Torque | 48 V M-HEV | Drive | Gearbox | 0-100 km/h | WLTP |
|---|
| 45 TDI 3.0 V6 | 231 hp • 500 Nm | yes | quattro | 8-AT | 7.1 s | 8.3 L/100 km |
| 50 TDI 3.0 V6 | 286 hp • 600 Nm | yes | quattro | 8-AT | 6.1 s | 8.5 L/100 km |
| 55 TFSI 3.0 V6 | 340 hp • 500 Nm | yes | quattro | 8-AT | 5.6 s | 10.3 L/100 km |
| 55 TFSI e PHEV | 389 hp • 600 Nm | 22 kWh net | quattro | 8-AT | 5.7 s | 1.3 L/100 km · EV 77 km |
| SQ7 4.0 V8 TFSI | 507 hp • 770 Nm | yes | quattro sport diff | 8-AT | 4.1 s | 12.6 L/100 km |
Boot capacity: 865 L (five seats) / 295 L (all seven up); PHEV −140 L. Braked towing: 3 500 kg (V6) / 3 400 kg (V8).
| PRO | Why it convinces |
|---|
| Genuine seven-seater | Third row fits adults up to 1.75 m; easy-entry and dedicated rear-climate vents. |
| Class-leading ride hush | Air suspension + acoustic glass measure 64 dB at 130 km/h. |
| Huge luggage space | 865 L with five seats; flat floor, power tailgate and load-height drop of −55 mm. |
| High-mileage diesels | 50 TDI averages ~8.5 L/100 km at 140 km/h and runs almost 1 000 km on a tank. |
| Credible PHEV | 55 TFSI e delivers ~70 km electric; 22 kW AC charger refills in ≈2 h. |
| Full ADAS suite | Stop-&-go ACC, lane-centring, trailer assist, night vision, remote parking via app. |
| quattro + rear-steer | ±5° rear wheels cut the turning circle and boost high-speed stability. |
| CON | Typical remark |
|---|
| Heavy curb weight (≃2 400 kg PHEV) | Noticeable inertia downhill; faster brake wear. |
| Costly option list | Laser lights, B&O 3D Advanced, Dynamic Pack, 22″ wheels add >€16 k. |
| Smaller boot on PHEV | HV battery lifts the floor; 725 L (five-seat mode). |
| Oil appetite on V6 petrol | Around 0.4 L every 4 000 km regarded as within spec. |
| Roof-glass wind noise at 160 km/h | Only partly cured by MY 25 seal update. |
| High taxes/insurance on V8 | SQ7 hit by Italy’s “super-bollo” and higher premiums. |
Indicative maintenance
| Job | Parts | Labour | Interval |
|---|
| 0W-30 oil + filter | €220 | €130 | 30 000 km / 24 mo |
| Tiptronic oil + filter | €370 | €230 | 80 000 km |
| Brake fluid + Haldex | €130 | €150 | every 3 yr |
| Iridium plugs (55 TFSI) | €140 | €90 | 60 000 km |
| HV coolant & filters (PHEV) | – | €150 | 30 000 km |
| Front discs + pads (50 TDI) | €380 | €190 | ~65 000 km |
| 285/45-21 tyres | €1 700 / set | – | ~35 000 km |
Price list (OTR)
| Trim | Engine | Price |
|---|
| Q7 45 TDI quattro Business | 231 hp | €83 900 |
| Q7 50 TDI quattro S-line | 286 hp | €90 800 |
| Q7 55 TFSI quattro S-line | 340 hp | €94 600 |
| Q7 55 TFSI e quattro | 389 hp PHEV | €99 800 |
| SQ7 quattro | 507 hp | €122 900 |
Known issues & fixes
| Issue | Remedy |
|---|
| NOx sensor faults (TDI) | ECU update + sensor swap under warranty. |
| Passenger-side dash creaks | Felt-strip kit (TPI 206 8372). |
| Steering vibration 120-150 km/h | Wheel balance + control-arm bushes (TPI 207 0458). |
| Matrix head-lamp condensation | New vents from MY25; lamp replaced if moisture >24 h. |
| MIB 3.5 OTA reboot loop | 12-s reset + SW 2860_12 patch; head-unit replaced if needed. |
Extended verdict
Space & serenity – True seven-adult seating, a class-leading boot and pillow-soft air suspension make the Q7 the airport-shuttle champion or large-family favourite. MIB 3.5 now matches rivals for touch speed while the cabin still feels one step from an A8.
Powertrains
50 TDI: business cruiser with 1 000 km range and sensible fuel bills.
55 TFSI: smooth petrol V6 for low-emission zones—budget for oil top-ups and “super-tax.”
55 TFSI e: with 22 kW AC it refills in two hours at home or hotel, gliding 70 km city-only on electrons.
SQ7: V8 thunder that shrinks the Q7 on a winding road, but tyres, fuel and taxes bite.
Tech & ADAS – Level-2+ “Tour” pack steers confidently in traffic, trailer assist is gold for boat owners. Augmented-reality HUD is still missing, present on some rivals.
Costs & value – Running costs mirror X5 / GLE; a 5-year / 150 000 km warranty extension is prudent, especially for PHEV and V8. Used-market demand stays high for diesel quattro Business specs; petrol-only variants lag due to tax.
Bottom line: the 2025 Q7 is Audi’s Swiss-army SUV: it carries seven, tows 3.5 t, cruises 1 000 km on diesel or 70 km electric, and shrugs off snow or gravel with quattro. If you crave cinema-screen interiors, BEV efficiency or razor dynamics, the EQE SUV, BMW iX or Porsche Cayenne might sway you—but for blended luxury, versatility and long-distance comfort, the Q7 remains a benchmark in the full-size premium SUV arena.
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