2024 Audi SQ7

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If you take Audi's already excellent midsize three-row SUV, the Q7, and inject it with a big dose of turbo V8, you'd end up with the Audi SQ7. That's right — now you can have sports car-beating acceleration and bring the family along for the ride with no compromises on comfort. This seven-passenger SUV can also tow up to 7,700 pounds, so none of your toys have to be left behind. The SQ7 is almost too good to be real.

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2024 Audi SQ7 Review

byJake Sundstrom^{Editor, CarMax
Jake Sundstrom has worked in the automotive industry since 2017. He has written hundreds of car-related articles. Jake is currently an Editor for CarMax and has also contributed to National Hot Rod Association publications. When he's not driving cars, he's eating takeout inside of them (probably burgers, burritos or pizza).},

rating written byJonathan Elfalan^{Director, Vehicle Testing
Jonathan Elfalan has worked in the automotive industry since 2005. As a director of vehicle testing at Edmunds, Jonathan has tested and reviewed thousands of cars and written thousands of car-related articles over the course of his career. Jonathan got his start testing cars for Road & Track magazine as a newly minted mechanical engineer grad from University of California, Irvine, and has also contributed to Motor Trend and the Associated Press. He likes to say he learned to drive a manual transmission in a rear-wheel-drive mid-engine vehicle but often omits it was his family's 1991 Toyota Previa minivan.}

Pros

500-hp V8 moves the SQ7 with authority
Feels nimble around turns for such a big SUV
Premium cabin design

Cons

Cramped third-row seats
Infotainment system can be distracting to use

What's new

No significant changes for 2024
Part of the second SQ7 generation introduced for 2017

Overview

The 2024 Audi SQ7 is the sporty version of the German automaker's well-rated three-row SUV, the Q7. The SQ7 retains the luxury and family friendliness of the Q7 but ratchets up the performance with a V8 engine that produces 500 horsepower, more aggressive suspension tuning and upgraded brakes. If you're looking for a seven-seater that doesn't compromise performance in the name of practicality, the SQ7 might be for you.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2024 Audi SQ7 Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.}

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Edmunds spotlight: Powerful yet comfortable

The SQ7 is ridiculously fast for a vehicle of its size. In Edmunds' testing, the SQ7 reached 60 mph in 3.9 seconds. For context, the quickest sprint we've gotten from the latest Ford Mustang GT is 4.3 seconds. True, the SQ7 is a large, heavy vehicle, and you'll feel its 5,300 pounds when navigating sharp corners. But despite its size and speed, the SQ7 does not compromise on comfort. The suspension is well tuned to soak up bumps from the road as well as manage the SUV's weight. This is a three-row SUV that perfectly balances power and comfort.

Competitors to consider

The Audi SQ7 isn't the only three-row luxury SUV that packs a powerful punch. The BMW X7's M60i version delivers 523 horsepower with its own turbocharged V8. And the Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 is similarly luxurious and comes with a V8 capable of producing 510 horsepower. You may also consider the Porsche Cayenne S. It doesn't have a third-row seat, but it's easily the sportiest of the bunch. Read our test team's Expert Rating below to get our full report on the SQ7's performance, utility and more. Also note that we expect a significant face-lift and update to the SQ7 for the 2025 model year, though its muscular V8 should remain intact.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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Great

8.2

out of 10

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Rated for you by America's best test team.

Performance

8.0/10

How does the SQ7 drive? You'd never guess by looking at the SQ7 that it could smoke your Supra off the line. But move it does, needing only 3.9 seconds to hit 60 mph from a standstill. That's quick by any measure, and it's becoming more of a common thread for these modern high-performance SUVs.

The SQ7 is no lightweight at 5,300 pounds, and you'll feel that weight if you try to hustle it through corners. But it moves respectably well and stops with confidence and grace. We like how accurate the steering is and its ability to relay when the front tires have exceeded their grip limits. When you're not in a hurry, the SQ7 delivers smooth and easy driving, with the exception of its stop-start system. Sometimes it cuts off the engine a beat too soon, leading to jerky stops, and then doesn't fire back up as smoothly as some other systems.

Comfort

9.0/10

How comfortable is the SQ7? Despite its performance persuasion, the SQ7 delivers an abundance of everyday comfort. Credit goes largely to an excellently tuned air suspension. It manages to soak up road irregularities like a sponge without making the ride feel like Jell-O in the process. Our Prestige trim test vehicle also included dual-pane windows that greatly reduced the ambient wind and surrounding noise. Thankfully, the growl of the 4.0-liter V8 engine is present when you want to hear it.

The SQ7 seats have excellent adjustability, providing hours of comfort on the road while offering the necessary lateral support to minimize side-to-side sloshing on a curvy road. Our test vehicle's four-zone climate control was very effective, and the heated and ventilated front seats are significantly better than what BMW offers.

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Interior

8.0/10

How’s the interior? Audi's bold decision to go full touchscreen on its latest infotainment interface is controversial. Some of our team found it distracting to use and easy to smudge, while others found it intuitive and uncluttered. We all agree the design is, at the very least, visually appealing.

The Q7's boxy greenhouse offers excellent outward visibility and plenty of room for passengers, as long as the third row is reserved for kid use only. Same goes for getting in and out. There's plenty of head clearance complemented by a relatively low step-in height, but access to the third row is cumbersome.

Further easing the stress of parking lots is the optional 360-degree camera system that provides a host of viewing angles for maneuvering in tight spots, including a 3D image as if you're looking at the car from outside.

Technology

8.5/10

How’s the tech? The SQ7's infotainment interface is controversial, but you can't deny that the cabin tech looks fully modern and comes with plenty of features. We like that it supports wireless Apple CarPlay too. The upgraded Bang & Olufsen audio system sounds amazing, but it also costs a lot. We think the standard system should suit most buyers.

Audi's voice control system isn't as comprehensive as Mercedes' excellent MBUX system, but it's very good compared to most systems on the market. It will pull up an address or point of interest quickly, activate the driver's seat heater, or switch to a satellite radio station with ease.

Most driver aids are standard on the Prestige trim and well worth the money. We particularly like Audi's sharp 360-degree cameras that allow for multiple viewing angles, including one that looks at your vehicle from the outside.

Storage

8.0/10

How’s the storage? Cargo capacity ranges from 14.2 cubic feet (behind the third row) to a max of 69.6 cubic feet with all rows folded — this would be about average for a standard three-row midsize SUV, but it's generous compared to other performance SUVs. The power-folding third-row seats are a nice touch and can fold in any second-row seat position. Interior storage is less impressive — the sizable door pockets are the best for stashing stuff.

A bit rare for the class are three sets of car seat anchors across the second row and two in the third row, providing some good options for child seat placement. Audi cites a 7,700-pound towing capacity for our SQ7 with the optional tow package, which is excellent.

Fuel Economy

7.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? The SQ7 gets an EPA-estimated 17 mpg combined (14 city/20 highway). We achieved a promising 20.4 mpg on our 115-mile evaluation route, which falls in line with those estimates. Considering the performance delivered by this V8, the fuel economy is pretty decent, matching that of the similarly sized SQ8 and the more powerful Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S but besting mpg from the peppier BMW X5 M.

Value

7.5/10

Is the SQ7 a good value? It's harder to see value in vehicles at this price point because emotion will ultimately rule the day. That said, the SQ7 delivers quite a good bang for your buck. Build quality is top-notch and modern, which is typical Audi, but it's not at the expense of function or comfort. Ideally specced, our SQ7 would ring in at $96K, which is far less than some of the other offerings in this class. In other words, it feels well worth the cost of admission.

Audi's warranty is pretty typical with basic and powertrain coverage for four years/50,000 miles and roadside assistance covered for four years/unlimited miles.

Wildcard

8.5/10

The SQ7 is no lightweight athlete, but it can move around corners with surprising speed if you approach it with some finesse. The engine is surprisingly potent and makes wonderful noises, which is more than half of the fun. The optional sport package with torque vectoring and active roll control would make this a real party.

It's no secret that Audi pens some of the cleanest vehicle shapes in the industry. The SQ7 is beautiful, though it might be too subtle for some. It still scores high with us for erring on the side of subtlety rather than exuberant flash.

Which SQ7 does Edmunds recommend?

The top-spec Prestige trim is our recommendation. For only a small price bump, you get some features that make a difference in daily driving, such as a self-parking system, ventilated front seats and additional driver aids. More importantly, the Prestige also offers some packages and stand-alone options that aren't available on the Premium Plus trim.

Audi SQ7 models

The 2024 Audi SQ7 is a seven-passenger SUV available in two trim levels: Premium Plus and Prestige. Both come with a turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine (500 horsepower, 568 lb-ft of torque) paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is standard. Keep reading for our rundown of the SQ7's most significant features and options.

Premium Plus
The SQ7 delivers a handful of performance upgrades and more standard features than the regular Q7. They include:

21-inch wheels
Adaptive LED headlights
Adaptive sport air suspension
Rear-wheel steering (for improved handling and maneuverability)
Panoramic sunroof
Hands-free liftgate
Four-zone automatic climate control
Power-adjustable, heated front seats
Power-adjustable, heated steering wheel
Dual-touchscreen infotainment displays with navigation
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
Bang & Olufsen sound system
Wireless smartphone charging
Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)

The Audi SQ7 comes standard with these advanced driver aids:

360-degree camera (gives you a top-down view of the SQ7 and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
Automatic emergency braking (warns if a front impact is imminent and applies the brakes if the driver doesn't respond in time)
Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the SQ7 and the car in front)
Lane keeping assistance (steers the SQ7 back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)

The Executive package is optional on the Premium Plus trim and includes:

Heated rear seats
Ventilated front seats
Sunshades for rear side windows and rear hatch

Prestige
Builds on the Premium Plus features with:

Executive package
Dual-pane side windows (reduce wind and traffic noise)
Power soft-close doors (catch as they're being closed and gently pull shut)
Remote automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention, either remotely or while seated in the SQ7)
Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line onto the windshield)
Intersection assistance (warns if cross-traffic is detected at speeds up to 18 mph)
Road sign assistance (detects certain road signs and displays them on the instrument panel)

Options exclusive to the Prestige trim include:

Luxury package

Synthetic suede headliner
Massaging front seats
Extended leather on the instrument panel

Audi laser light package

Upgraded adaptive LED headlights with laser technology (for improved illumination)
Headlight and taillight animation
Headlight washers

Night vision camera
Upgraded 23-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system

Other key add-ons available for both trims include:

21- and 22-inch wheels
Black Optic package (dark exterior accents and trim)
Red brake calipers
S Sport package

Active roll stabilization (for improved handling)
Sport rear differential (for improved traction)
Red brake calipers

Towing package

Tow hitch receiver
Trailer pin connector
Increases max trailering capacity to 7,700 pounds

Audi SQ7 Reviews

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Beautiful Beast

Hank Z, 08/30/2023

2023 Audi SQ7 Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)

500 hp and room for my luggage and kids. What else can you ask for? Have your fun and make them eat it too.

Great Vehicle - Poor Software

North Shore, 01/24/2024

2022 Audi SQ7 Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)

This is my fourth q7 vehicle and probably my last. I factory ordered this vehicle with the Sport, Prestige, Luxury, Black Optic and Towing packages. Positives: Engine and drive train are fantastic. Fantastic throttle response, great feel of the road and behaves like a smaller vehicle than it is. The ride is much improved over the 2017 and 2019 models I owned previously. Negatives: …

All in one!!!

Raj Goel, 12/05/2020

2021 Audi SQ7 Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)

After owning 2nd gen loaded Q7, couldn’t be possible to top it, but this has topped it in every single area. 3rd option when needed otherwise similar as SQ8, so more practical, hence in my mind truer SUV and half the price of Urus with same engine and probably more options.

Great understeery wagon (it's not an SUV!)

E11o1, 03/12/2024

2023 Audi SQ7 Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)

I purchased a new 2023 model with tons of discounts. Thus far, it's been great. Although, I have to admit that I am concern about the reported BSG issues plaguing some Audis. I really wish car makers would stop the nonsense of implementing these mild-hybrid systems. Well built, attention to detail in quality, etc. I'd say this wagon - it's a wagon - is probably best suited for leasing …

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2024 Audi SQ7 Features Specs

Trim:

Premium Plus

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$90,400
Engine Type	Hybrid
Combined MPG	17 MPG
Cost to Drive	$314/month
Seating	7 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	14.2 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the SQ7 include:

Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Departure Warning
Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	Not Rated
Driver	Not Rated
Passenger	Not Rated
Side Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	Not Rated
Side Barrier Rating	Rating
Overall	Not Rated
Driver	Not Rated
Passenger	Not Rated
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings	Rating
Front Seat	Not Rated
Back Seat	Not Rated
Rollover	Rating
Rollover	4 / 5
Dynamic Test Result	No Tip
Risk Of Rollover	15.7%

FAQ

Is the Audi SQ7 a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2024 SQ7 both on the road and at the track, giving it a 8.2 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2024 SQ7 gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 5 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the SQ7 has 14.2 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Audi SQ7. Learn more

What's new in the 2024 Audi SQ7?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2024 Audi SQ7:

No significant changes for 2024
Part of the second SQ7 generation introduced for 2017

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Is the Audi SQ7 reliable?

To determine whether the Audi SQ7 is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the SQ7. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the SQ7's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2024 Audi SQ7 a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2024 Audi SQ7 is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2024 SQ7 and gave it a 8.2 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2024 SQ7 gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 5 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2024 SQ7 is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2024 Audi SQ7?

The least-expensive 2024 Audi SQ7 is the 2024 Audi SQ7 Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $90,400.

Other versions include:

Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A) which starts at $90,400
Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A) which starts at $94,900

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What are the different models of Audi SQ7?

If you're interested in the Audi SQ7, the next question is, which SQ7 model is right for you? SQ7 variants include Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A), and Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A). For a full list of SQ7 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

2024 Audi SQ7

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Pros

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What's new

Overview

Edmunds spotlight: Powerful yet comfortable

Competitors to consider

Edmunds Expert Rating

Performance

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Audi SQ7 Reviews

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Beautiful Beast

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All in one!!!

Great understeery wagon (it's not an SUV!)

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