Audi Q7: The Pinnacle of Luxury and Performance
The 2017 Audi Q7 represents a powerful conclusion in automotive design, blending advanced technology, luxurious comfort, and sophisticated engineering to create a timeless vehicle.
Design Philosophy
The design of the Audi Q7 is born from careful consideration of how time and technology shape our world. It evolves to enhance the driving experience, offering a vehicle that is both technologically advanced and thoughtfully shaped to transcend trends. The dynamic body lines, formed by the headlights, bumper, and Singleframe® grille, create a forward-directed look signifying next-generation Audi design. Trapezoidal elements contribute to a striking presence, equally rugged and sophisticated, with powerful wheel arches hinting at the legendary Audi Ur-Quattro rally cars.
Exterior Details
- Headlights: Progressive lighting design with an arrow look, tapering at the front for a focused appearance, available in standard xenon plus or full LED.
- 3D Grille: A refreshed Singleframe® grille with a unique bar and tooth structure enhances the vehicle's on- and occasional off-road character.
- Exhaust: Trapezoidal exhaust outlets integrated within the rear bumper provide a wide, sporty appearance.
Interior and Comfort
Every journey in the Audi Q7 is designed to be lavish, creating an environment where versatility and luxury intersect. The interior is engineered to be ergonomic, with everything easily visible and accessible. Features like the available Audi virtual cockpit display, improved MMI® display placement, and a comfortable gear selector contribute to a mobile sanctuary.
Key Interior Features
- Panoramic Sunroof: Offers an unobstructed view with tilt and sliding features, including a power sunshade.
- Ambient Lighting: Customizable interior contour and background lighting based on drive select mode or individual style.
- Four-Zone Automatic Climate Control: Allows passengers to set their ideal temperature, with an available panoramic air diffuser vent for natural airflow.
- Seating Configurations: Flexible seating with split tumble-folding second-row (35/30/35) and power 50/50 split-folding third-row for a configurable interior space.
- Luxury Package: Includes Valcona leather-covered individual contour front seats with ventilation and massage, Alcantara® headliner, and power soft-closing doors.
Performance and Engineering
The Audi Q7 is engineered for superior performance and efficiency. It features a powerful drivetrain and the road-gripping capability of quattro® all-wheel drive.
Powertrain and Drivetrain
- TFSI® V6 Engine: A 333-horsepower 3.0-liter TFSI V6 engine paired with FSI® direct injection and a belt-driven supercharger, delivering 325 lb-ft of torque.
- Transmission: An eight-speed Tiptronic® automatic transmission with quattro® all-wheel drive, utilizing shift-by-wire technology for efficient operation.
- quattro® All-Wheel Drive: Known as the all-wheel drive standard, it splits torque (typically 40:60 front-to-rear) and optimizes grip for various conditions.
- Audi Drive Select: Allows adjustment of driving characteristics through modes like Comfort, Dynamic, Auto, Individual, Offroad, and Allroad/Lift (with adaptive air suspension).
- Towing Capacity: Offers an impressive 7,700 lb max tow rating with the available towing package.
Technology and Infotainment
The Audi Q7 integrates advanced technology for a connected and intuitive experience. The infotainment system offers access to information, navigation, and entertainment.
Key Technology Features
- MMI® System: Features MMI® navigation plus with voice control, MMI® all-in-touch with handwriting recognition, and an 8.3-inch MMI® center display.
- Audi Virtual Cockpit: A 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster with Classic and Infotainment modes for customizable viewing.
- Audi Connect®: Offers three options – Connect CARE (emergency services), Connect PRIME (navigation, Google™™ services), and Connect PLUS (in-vehicle Wi-Fi® hotspot with 4G LTE). Features include Google Street View™, INRIX XD® Traffic, and over-the-air map updates.
- Smartphone Integration: Supports Apple CarPlay® and Google™™ Android Auto™™ via USB connection.
- Sound Systems: Available Bang & Olufsen® 3D Advanced Sound System (23 speakers) and BOSE® 3D Sound System (19 speakers) for an immersive audio experience.
- BLUETOOTH® Wireless Technology: Enables seamless phone pairing for hands-free calls and audio streaming.
Safety and Driver Assistance
The Audi Q7 is equipped with a comprehensive suite of safety features and driver assistance technologies designed to enhance awareness and protection.
Advanced Safety Systems
- Audi Pre Sense®: Includes Pre Sense® basic (prepares the vehicle for potential collisions), Pre Sense® city (detects vehicles/pedestrians, warns, and brakes), Pre Sense® rear (warns of approaching vehicles), and Pre Sense® plus (collision avoidance assist).
- Driver Assistance: Features include adaptive cruise control with stop & go, traffic jam assist, active lane assist, Audi side assist, vehicle exit assist, rear cross traffic alert, and parking system plus with rear view camera.
- Night Vision Assistant: Uses infrared technology to detect pedestrians and large animals.
- Head-Up Display: Projects important driving information onto the windshield.
- Traffic Sign Recognition: Detects and displays traffic signs.
- Airbags: Six standard airbags, including front-impact, thorax side, and available rear-passenger thorax side airbags.
- ABS and ESC: Anti-lock Brake System and Electronic Stability Control for enhanced stability and control.
Specifications
Detailed technical specifications for the Audi Q7 3.0T.
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Six-cylinder |
| Displacement | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 333 @ 5,500-6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 325 lb-ft @ 2,900-5,300 rpm |
| Transmission | Eight-speed Tiptronic® automatic with quattro® all-wheel drive |
| Acceleration (0-60 mph) | 5.7 seconds |
| Top Track Speed | 130 mph |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 inches |
| Length | 199.6 inches |
| Curb Weight | 4,938 lbs |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| EPA Mileage (city/highway/combined) | 19/25/21 mpg |
Customization and Accessories
Personalize your Audi Q7 with a range of exterior colors, interior inlays, seat selections, wheels, and genuine accessories.
Available Options
- Wheels: Options include 19" 5-V-spoke, 20" 10-spoke-star design, and 21" Audi Sport® 5-twin-spoke designs.
- Exterior Colors: Carrara White, Night Black, Argus Brown metallic, Carat Beige metallic, Florett Silver metallic, Glacier White metallic, Graphite Gray metallic, Ink Blue metallic, Orca Black metallic, Tofana White crystal.
- Interior Inlays: High-gloss Black, Terra Brown Walnut Wood, Gray Oak Wood, Layered Walnut Wood.
- Interior Colors & Seats: Various leather options for Standard Seat, Ventilated Comfort Seat, and Individual Contour Seat.
- Genuine Accessories: Including bike racks, all-weather floor mats, cargo carriers, entertainment systems, and more.
Further Information
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