8.1
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 Mercedes-Maybach GLS Comparison
Audi SQ7
Mercedes-Maybach GLS
2024 Audi
SQ7
vs
2022 Mercedes-Maybach
GLS
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.
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8.1
8.7
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Based on the Audi SQ7 4.0 TFSI QUATTRO
Based on the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Towing
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
85L
1029 km
90L
1125 km
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$164,869 - $175,900
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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
Paul Maric
Founder
Paul Maric drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Incredible level of luxury and fit and finish
- Stonking twin-turbocharged V8
- Handles nicely despite its size
Misses
- Can easily be confused for a regular GLS
- Misses out on the V12 engine from the Maybach S-Class
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 (+$2,150)
- Black Style Pack (+$1,450)
- Dynamic Pack (+$10,900)
- Exclusive Paint (+$7,600)
- Heated Front & Rear Outer Seats (+$900)
- High Gloss Lines (+$1,300)
- Luxury Individual Seats Package (+$9,500)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$1,100)
- Nappa Leather Two-tone (+$28,400)
- Refrigerated Compartment Package (+$3,200)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ | BI TURBO DIR F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 3996 | 3982 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 4.0L | 4.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| TWIN TURBO V8 | BI TURBO V8 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 | 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 373kW | 410kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5500 | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 770Nm | 730Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 2000 | 2500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.1 | 10.5 | |
