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
Audi SQ7 vs Mercedes-Benz GLE Comparison
Audi SQ7
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2024 Audi
SQ7
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLE
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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
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Based on the Audi SQ7 4.0 TFSI QUATTRO
Based on the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 d 4MATIC
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Towing
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
85L
646 to 1029 km
85L
850 to 1105 km
Warranty
3 year - 5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$162,377 - $174,815
$182,000 - $272,300
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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
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Six-cylinder diesel is a beauty
- Comfort-focused drive is plush
- Updated tech works well
Misses
- $30,000 dearer than equivalent X5
- Still needs (expensive) options ticked
- Cabin execution feels underdone
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 Style Pack (+$1,450)
- Dynamic Pack (+$10,900)
- Exclusive Paint (+$7,600)
- Inlays - Carbon (+$1,950)
- Massage Seats Front (+$1,050)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$1,100)
- Towbar Pack (+$2,900)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ, TWIN TURBO CDI | TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 3956 - 3996 | 2999 - 3982 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 4.0L | 3.0L, 4.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| TWIN TURBO V8 | TURBO 6, TWIN TURBO 6, TWIN TURBO V8 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 | 24 - 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 320kW - 373kW | 320kW - 450kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 3750 - 5500 | 5750 - 6100 | |
| Torque | ||
| 770Nm - 900Nm | 560Nm - 850Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1250 - 2000 | 1800 - 2500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.1 - 16 | 8.6 - 10.5 | |
