2023 Audi SQ7 Review
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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 2023 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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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
- Optional 22-inch wheels (first time on the SQ7)
- Part of the second Q7 generation introduced for 2017
Overview
The Audi Q7 is the brand's largest SUV and is highly rated by Edmunds. It's a great choice if you need a comfortable, high-tech seven-passenger SUV to haul the family around. But what if you have the budget for more? Enter the SQ7. It's the high-performance version of the Q7 that's powered by a 500-horsepower turbocharged V8 engine. It also features more aggressive suspension tuning and upgraded brakes but still provides a comfortable ride, along with excellent tech and an assortment of advanced driver aids. Its lightning-quick acceleration will put a smile on your kids' faces and likely leave that sports car you were next to at the stoplight in the dust.
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- 17,535 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use
- 7 Seats, 14 City / 20 Hwy MPG
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Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
17 Combined MPG (14 City/20 Highway)
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- 36,798 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 7 Seats, 15 City / 21 Hwy MPG
- Audi Mechanicsburg (87 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
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Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
17 Combined MPG (15 City/21 Highway)
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VIN: WA1AWBF7XND005431
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Listed since: 03-16-2026
It's less fuel-efficient than the Q7, and the tight third row should be reserved for children, but the SQ7 aces most categories. But the Audi is just one of many players in the world of large high-performance SUVs. The BMW X7 M60i is another high-horsepower luxurious three-row SUV you should check out. If you don't need the third row and want an SUV that handles almost like a sports car, consider the Porsche Cayenne. There's also the high-performance Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S, but expect to pay significantly more. If you're undecided and want an in-depth review of the SQ7, check out our test team's Expert Rating below for more information on the Audi's performance, tech and more.
Edmunds Expert Rating
edmunds TESTED
Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Jonathan Elfalan
Great
8.2
out of 10
We drove the 2023 Audi SQ7 on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.
Performance
8/10
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.
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
9/10
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 tester's four-zone climate control was very effective, and the heated and ventilated front seats are significantly better than what BMW offers.
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 tester's four-zone climate control was very effective, and the heated and ventilated front seats are significantly better than what BMW offers.
Interior
8/10
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.
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.
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
8/10
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.
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 and EPA-estimated 17 mpg combined (14 city/20 highway). We achieved a promising 20.4 mpg on our 115-mile evaluation loop, 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 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.
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.
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.
2023 Audi SQ7 trim level differences
The 2023 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. Feature highlights include: Compare the 2023 Audi SQ7 trim levels in-depth.
Which SQ7 trim does Edmunds recommend?
The top-spec Prestige trim is our recommendation. For only a small price bump, you get 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, such as the Sport package, Luxury package and the upgraded 23-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system.

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Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$367/mo for SQ7 Premium Plus
SQ7 Premium Plus
vs
$316/mo
Avg. Large SUV
Reliability
The 2023 Audi SQ7 has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and 2 recalls. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.
Recalls
2 recalls foundChecking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.
If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).
- Recall Number:
- 25V900000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 90TV
- Manufactured from:
- 2021-03-26 to
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 356649
- Defect Description:
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Defect Consequence:
- A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
- Recall Number:
- 24V251000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 69GU
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 91
- Defect Description:
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.
- Defect Consequence:
- A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.
Warranty
4 years / 50,000 miles Basic Warranty- Basic Warranty
- 4 years / 50,000 miles
- Drivetrain Warranty
- 4 years / 50,000 miles
- Rust Warranty
- 12 years / unlimited miles
- Roadside assistance Warranty
- 4 years / unlimited miles
Audi SQ7 Reviews
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Great Vehicle - Poor Software
3 out of 5 starsNorth 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: … Software! Auto on/off system is actually dangerous. The 4.0 liter deactivates within a fraction of a second of coming to a complete stop. If you stop and try to immediately pull into traffic the engine is not able to restart for several seconds which can create a dangerous situation. The MMI is shipped from the factory full of glitches. After 4 trips to the dealer for software updates we have eliminated the significant issues. Items like: heater/air conditioning just shut off and will not restart even if you power cycle the car. Randomly starts working after several hours of sitting. Navigation system just loses your location and shows you wandering through a field several miles North of your current position. Airplay just randomly restarts multiple times. Backup cameras and parking assistance fail to activate when starting the vehicle forcing you to shut off and restart the vehicle. However, Audi's incompetence shows in that the vehicle is unable to remember any radio station presets for more than a week or so. So virtually every trip requires me to reprogram favorites and hope it remembers for a few on/off cycles.
Great understeery wagon (it's not an SUV!)
4 out of 5 starsE11o1, 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 … than buying.
As for others' highlight about MMI issues, I haven't experienced too many glitches, but generally, I'd say that the auto industry's infotainment systems are generally just garbage. MKBHD said it best. If I show you, in 2024, an ipad that functions like those systems, you wouldn't buy them. Infotainment systems engineering just isn't carmakers' suit. Period.
Beautiful Beast
5 out of 5 starsHank 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.
All in one!!!
5 out of 5 starsRaj 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.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2023 Audi SQ7, so we've included reviews for other years of the SQ7 since its last redesign.
2023 SQ7 Features & Specs
Premium Plus
| MSRP (New) Excludes Destination Fee | $90,200 |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Mild hybrid |
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG |
| Cost to Drive | $367/month |
| Seating | 7 seats |
| Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 14.2 cu.ft. |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
| Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the SQ7 models:
- Audi Pre Sense Front
- Uses sensors at the front of the car to warn you about an imminent front collision and can automatically apply the brakes.
- Audi Pre Sense Rear
- Reacts to an imminent rear-end collision by tensioning seat belts, closing windows and turning on the hazard lights.
- Audi Side Assist with Rear Cross-Traffic Assist and Vehicle Exit Warning
- Warns you if a vehicle is lurking in your blind spot and alerts passengers about to exit the car to approaching vehicles.
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover15.7%
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