![]() That’s is the average weight of an upright piano. (ON CAMERA) As brought to North America the new Q7 is some 440 pounds lighter than the outgoing model and this one sports extra equipment. The first Q did the heavy lifting for over a decade, emphasis on heavy. The second generation Audi Q7, that competes with BMW X5, Mercedes GLS Class, and Volvo XC90, is quite the upscale mover. Much lighter, it becomes the heavyweight in its class.Įven when it comes to luxury vehicles, Americans want to get stuff done. It helps with the chores, pampers the family, and entertains the driver. Other than that, Q7 is a formidable competitor. A kick-to-open tailgate is a godsend when arms are filled with groceries or squirming children.Īrguably, there’s less grace in the second 7s crisp and clean design, looking more like the box the first one came in. Power operated seatbacks with controls near the back door and in the trunk help shorter owners max out the cargo room. Like most in class, cargo room is scarce with all seats in use. Heated seats and dual climate zones in back eliminate disagreements.Īverage adults will be okay in row three for short distances. Seats slide fore and aft so legroom is what you make it. Passengers in row two should have no problem getting comfortable. Seats are climate controlled and a massage feature is available. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are along for the ride. Connected by 4G LTE, the Q7 sends automatic crash notifications to first responders and can be a Wi-Fi hotspot. Audi is always tweaking its MMI interface and here it adds a useful touch pad so letters and numbers can be written when entering data for search and navigation. The “virtual cockpit” (basically a configurable gauge cluster) and retractable LCD screen are both razor sharp. High-quality materials top even the well-regarded Volvo. Known for its well-crafted cabins, Audi kicks it up a notch in the big Q. The adaptive cruise control works with GPS information to adjust Q7’s velocity in speed zones and tight corners. Drivers can remove their hands from the wheel for short distances and retrieve that dropped sippy cup.Īt intersections, the Q will prevent left turns when sensors detect an oncoming car. At under 40 miles-an-hour, Congestion Assist steers, accelerates, and brakes all by itself on the highway. Optioned at $68,925, the tested Premium Plus model is stuffed with technology. Prices begin at $55,750 with standard quattro all-wheel drive, auto braking with pedestrian detection, and panoramic glass roof. With commendably little body roll or dive for an S.U.V., no one will get seasick in the USS Q. The ride quality is that elusive blend of comfortable but firm. Pay attention, it’s quiet enough to lull pilots way past the speed limit. The US doesn’t get the plug-in hybrid or a diesel engine (no surprise considering parent Volkswagen’s scandal).Ġ-60 swiftly happens in 5.7 seconds according to Audi. rates the 2017 model at 19 miles-per-gallon city and 25 highway, a 3 m.p.g. “Offroad” mode raises ground clearance nearly two and half inches. One of six drive settings should pamper the pickiest driver. An 8-speed transmission seamlessly chooses the right gear though I’m not crazy about the electronic shift controller. Motivating nearly two and a half tons of three-row indulgence is a 3-liter supercharged V6 engine with 333 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque when slurping premium fuel. The 7’s ingot-like structure has never felt so solid. Slotting in between the bantamweight Volvo XC90 (around 4,400 pounds), and heavyweight Mercedes GLS and Cadillac Escalade (5,400 and 5,700 respectfully), the Q and BMW X5 are the middleweights at about 4,900. That’s the weight of a family of four that travels in it. There was no 2016 model, Audi sold 2015s until recently.Īpparently the second gen 2017 Q7 discovered the Paleo Diet, shedding some 440 pounds in North American trim even while adding equipment. Débuting in 2006, it became the once welcomed party guest that ate too much and overstayed its welcome. The first generation Audi Q7 was more than just a prime candidate for “The Biggest Looser“. Lighter vehicles are quicker and chug less fuel. Whether it’s an upcoming high school reunion or making those favorite jeans tolerable again, nearly all of us want to drop weight. ![]() returns with less weight, a conservative design and a ride quality that is the elusive blend of comfortable and firm. Transcript Driven | Audi Q7 The company's three-row S.U.V.
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