2007 Audi Q7 Consumer Reviews Page 2

This will be my last Audi

Written by: Mark Conway on 01/07/2009

Vehicle

2007 Audi Q7 3.6 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I traded in a lemon 2002 A6 in for the Q7. Within 2 months of the Q7 purchase, the windshield wipers collided during a bad rainstorm on the highway. After 5000 miles the power lift gate stopped working and the back seat wouldn't lock into place. After 19000 miles, the tires needed to be replaced for $1200. Then at 28000 miles the brake warning light came on, $1700 to replace the brakes and rotors. There was a leak in the sunroof and mold started to grow on the drivers side carpet. Great looking cars, very poor reliability and very expensive to keep up. From now on, I'm spending a little more for another BMW. There is a reason you see many more older BMWs than older Audis on the road.

Favorite Features

The styling, technology, comfort.

Suggested Improvements

Service at the corporate level. Their service policies. Reliability is poor. I'll buy a Lexus, Infiniti, Bimmer, Acura or a loaded Honda or Toyota before I go back to another Audi. Too bad, they make nice looking cars.

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Good Engineering, Poor Customer Service

Written by: kerryjth on 11/15/2008

Vehicle

2007 Audi Q7 3.6 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I enjoy driving the Q7 and it is a well built basic SUV. Unfortunately for $60K price tag Audi falls short on customer service and attention to detail. I had serious electrical problems the 1st week I drove out of dealership and the dealer's reaction was "so what". They fixed it but it was as if it was expected. Next the battery died several times and had to be jumpstarted. After bringing it in 3 times Audi finally figured out the Software had a glitch. The MMI system(electronic brain) is unsealed and located below the tilted forward cup holders- so if you spill even a little liquid on the shifter the MMI shorts out and it costs $1000 to fix. Audi said not their design flaw my fault.

Favorite Features

It is fun to drive and handle very well. All the basic high qulaity aspects of a $60K SUV are there.

Suggested Improvements

Fix the MMI design flaw- Seal it from liquids , change cup holder design.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Wish I would've done my homework

Written by: schwartzps on 10/29/2008

Vehicle

2007 Audi Q7 4.2 quattro 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Like many of you I fell in love with the Q7. I've had it a year here's my issues: electrical system went out (brains of the car), fuel gage failed, 3 tire flat tires within 1 year. Also had the same problem as someone earlier as a very small amount of liquid spilled next to the drink cups. It shorted my system to the tune of $1,000. Love the car and hate the car at the same time.

Favorite Features

Overall look, sunfroof, navigation system, heated seats

Suggested Improvements

Seal off electrical by the cup holders. Allow room to remove items that fall between the front seats (black hole)

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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I think I leased a lemon!

Written by: scrapper on 09/11/2008

Vehicle

2007 Audi Q7 4.2 quattro 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Well, I really felt the need to read everyone else's reviews after bringing my car in to be serviced too many times! I got it brand new fresh from Germany, and love the way it looks & the way it rides, and of course all the bells & whistles but too many problems have occured! It started with the tire pressure light appearing on all the time, which took many 1 hour trips to be serviced only at Audi. Then, the fuel pump went out, took a few days to repair- parts only come from Germany you know- then a faulty back sunroof that let water in which caused me to drive a Grand Prix for a week...are you kidding me? I paid $65,000 to drive a Grand Prix? Needed new tires already, squeeking brakes,

Favorite Features

Nav, MMI, heated steering wheel, rear camera, keyless start up

Suggested Improvements

Fix the annoying cup holders

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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A Piece of Junk!

Written by: N. Keenan on 08/13/2008

Vehicle

2007 Audi Q7 4.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Bought the top of the line model fully loaded and a year later it has proven to be a piece of junk! Brakes squealing since 5k and Audi is telling us "it is normal and acceptable - just due to the design". Even gave us a fancy printed brochure justifying the squealing! Motor in rear wiper already needed replacement, recall on trunk software, and MMI mysteriously stops working from time to time. Told we will need to replace tires "soon" despite only having 15.8k mi on car and have only owned it one year. Audi has produced a fine looking car but the quality stops there! Do not buy one!

Favorite Features

Look of the car, sound system (when working)

Suggested Improvements

Audi needs to own up to the brake problem and correct it! No one would buy a $55k car and think brake noise is acceptable!

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Let down

Written by: TerryLI on 06/12/2008

Vehicle

2007 Audi Q7 3.6 quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Finally plunked down the cash for a German driving machine. Great handling, solid engine, but what a disappointment on the rest. From a jerky transmission (no trouble found of course)and creaky transmission to a $1200 MMI console from 2 drops of water and a door handle that fell off (these last two I hear happen all the time). Finish is falling off the console, cargo net fell off twice, gas door sticks open. I expect far better for this price car. Who is giving this all those 9.5's? Are their cars still in the dealer lot, or did I get a lemon?

Favorite Features

Sound system, handling.

Suggested Improvements

Protect the electronics, improve the MMI interface

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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What a beauty!

Written by: newmomma on 05/12/2008

Vehicle

2007 Audi Q7 4.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I bought my Q7 brand new and it is my favorite auto I have ever owned. It is responsive in S when you want to feel speed, it has the perfect size inside and out (not too big and not too small). I love the 4 captain chairs and third row just in case we need them. As a new mom, I love the automatic tailgate and smart key: each door unlocking when near without pulling out the key. The best of all is its sexy lines. It doesn't get better than this!

Favorite Features

Camera, sound system, tailgate, double sunroof and mesh curtains, acceleration in S, solid and safe ride, comfort, technology, bluetooth, iPhone interface and sexy look.

Suggested Improvements

Voice commands

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Silence is Golden ?

Written by: rreich on 03/10/2008

Vehicle

2007 Audi Q7 4.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

My Audi Q7 has been the nicest drive for handling, comfort and acceleration! but the electronics have failed since about 3 weeks after I brought it home. When it doesn't work, it doesn't work... no GPS, phone,radio, CD, iPod, nothing. And this was at the same time the steering column got stuck in the down position. While setting my preferred settings I lowered it, it stayed there for a month or so, the service dept fixed it but the rest is a on going mystery!

Favorite Features

Acceleration on demand! Design and style that capture a second look.

Suggested Improvements

Front parking sensor, relocate cup holders.

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Love the car... few issues

Written by: schwartzps on 03/10/2008

Vehicle

2007 Audi Q7 4.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I absolutely love my Q7. I will warn you though of a major design flaw. If any of you ever drink a liquid while driving, beware. I spilled the smallest amount of coffee and it shorted out part of my electrical system.This little spill will cost you close to $1000. If you notice, the buttons are directly in front of the cupholders. What was Audi thinking? Now when I have my coffee or water, I put a cloth over the control panel!

Favorite Features

Blue tooth, sunroof (wish it would open all the way), heated steering wheel, navigation system, look of the car.

Suggested Improvements

Larger back seat, waterproof the area next to the cupholders!

8 out 8 people found this review helpful

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Acura Upgrade

Written by: jadladrad on 10/10/2007

Vehicle

2007 Audi Q7 3.6 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

After buying a Acura MDX a year ago I traded it for a Q7. Huge upgrade! And basically the same price, no comparison. This was the buying decision I should have made but at the time I was a new SUV driver and the Q7 seemed like a lot of vehicle for me then. I love the Q7, from the interior and exterior foot lights to the powerful but smooth styling. Build quality is exceptional, superb braking and transmission makes for a very safe and smooth ride.

Favorite Features

Fits like a glove, just a great vehicle to drive. Feels really solid and beautifully build.

Suggested Improvements

Can add more steering wheel controls - the stereo buttons in the center column can be difficult to select.

23 out 24 people found this review helpful

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