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2023 Audi SQ7 TFSI review
The Audi SQ7 is getting long in the tooth, but its sonorous petrol V8 means it still has something to offer in 2023.
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Scott Collie
2024 Audi SQ7 vs 2022 Lexus RX Comparison
Audi SQ7
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Lexus RX
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CarExpert Score
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Based on the Audi SQ7 4.0 TFSI QUATTRO
Based on the Lexus RX F SPORT + ENHANCEMENT PACK 2
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
Long distance drivingFuel Efficiency
85L
1003 to 1029 km
NA
Warranty
5 year
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4 year
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MSRP
$164,869
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Who doesn't love a V8
- Impressive interior technology
- Solid space in second row
Misses
- Third row tight alongside newer rivals
- It's a thirsty ol' bus
- Feeling its age in places
William Stopford
News Editor
William Stopford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Well-appointed interior
- Comfortable ride quality
- New-gen tech is a big improvement
Misses
- Engine note at odds with refined demeanour
- Middling performance
- Sunroof eats into rear headroom
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Black Exterior Styling Package Plus (+$2,550)
- Black Style Pack (+$1,850)
- Dynamic Pack (+$10,900)
- Exclusive Paint (+$7,600)
- Heated Front & Rear Outer Seats (+$900)
- Premium Paint (+$1,750)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ | MULTI POINT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 3996 | 3456 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 4.0L | 3.5L | |
| Induction | ||
| TWIN TURBO V8 | V6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 | 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 373kW | 193kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5500 | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 770Nm | 335Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 2000 | 4600 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.1 | 11.8 | |
