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  • 2010 Audi Q7 Preview

    2010 Audi Q7 Preview August 25th, 2009 By Marty Padgett's avatar Marty Padgett, Executive Editor, August 25th, 2009 Marty Padgett 0 Comments

    2010 Audi Q7 Preview

    Audi says a revamped version of its big Q7 SUV will offer new LED lighting and a new version of MMI.

    The changes are minor for one of the most lauded of the big sport-utes, which competes against the likes of the Benz M-Class and BMW X5. The new LED lighting is applied on all Q7 taillamps; Audi will also fit the Q7 with optional LED turn signals and daytime running lights. In addition, the Q7 wears new wheels and new lower body paint for the 2010 model year.

    Inside, the 2010 Q7 adopts the latest version of Audi's Multi Media Interface (MMI), with a three-dimensional navigation map, Sirius traffic data and joystick control. Voice controls...

    Audi says a revamped version of its big Q7 SUV will offer new LED lighting and a new version of MMI. The changes are minor for one of the most lauded of the big sport-utes, which competes against the likes of the Benz M-Class and BMW X5. The new LED lighting is applied on all Q7 taillamps; Audi will also fit the Q7 with optional LED turn signals and daytime running lights. In addition, the Q7 wears new wheels and new lower body paint for the 2010 model year. Inside, the 2010 Q7 adopts the latest version of Audi's Multi Media Interface (MMI), with a three-dimensional navigation map, Sirius traffic data and joystick control. Voice controls with better spoken-word skills are part of the upgrade: Audi says you can say, "I'm hungry," and the car will point to nearby restaurants.The Q7 is one of Audi's best-rated vehicles for safety, with five-star crash test results from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Top Safety Pick award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The 2010 Audi Q7 arrives in dealers in September sporting some mild work to its cabin and front end, and a price tag starting at $47,725. The turbodiesel starts at $51,725, but Audi notes that it is eligible for a $1,150 federal tax credit for new green vehicles. Point your browser to Motor Authority's full vehicle page for more 2010 Audi Q7 photos, specifications, and pricing. Read More

  • Preview: Abt Sportsline turns up the wick on Audi's Q7 V12 oil burner to 560hp

    Preview: Abt Sportsline turns up the wick on Audi's Q7 V12 oil burner to 560hp June 15th, 2009 ByAlex Kaufmann Alex Kaufmann, Author, June 15th, 2009 Alex Kaufmann 1 Comment

    Preview: Abt Sportsline turns up the wick on Audi's Q7 V12 oil burner to 560hp Not much is yet known about Abt Sportsline's latest take on the Audi Q7 V12 TDI, but the numbers are enough to pique any enthusiast's interest: 560hp (412kW), 886lb-ft (1,200Nm) of torque and sports-car-like 0-62mph (100km/h) times of just 5.5 seconds.

    How Abt boosted the big V12 diesel from its 500hp (373kW), 738lb-ft (1,000Nm) torque baseline to the new and improved status is still a secret, but with that much straight-line juice, it'll be sure to have some suspension and wheel/tire enhancements to help deliver a sportier experience in the curvy bits too.

    Wheels up to 22in will be available with the new package, though the remaining... Not much is yet known about Abt Sportsline's latest take on the Audi Q7 V12 TDI, but the numbers are enough to pique any enthusiast's interest: 560hp (412kW), 886lb-ft (1,200Nm) of torque and sports-car-like 0-62mph (100km/h) times of just 5.5 seconds. How Abt boosted the big V12 diesel from its 500hp (373kW), 738lb-ft (1,000Nm) torque baseline to the new and improved status is still a secret, but with that much straight-line juice, it'll be sure to have some suspension and wheel/tire enhancements to help deliver a sportier experience in the curvy bits too. Wheels up to 22in will be available with the new package, though the remaining details of the tuning kit will have to wait for the full reveal. For now, the photo above, provided by Abt and showing a lightly photo-edited version of the standard Q7 V12 TDI, is the only preview of the car available. Unfortunately for Americans, however, it won't really matter what the final version looks like,the beastly Q7 isn't available as Audi only sells the efficient but decidedly more tame Q7 3.0L V6 TDI in the States.2010 Audi Q7 V12 TDI2010 Audi Q7 SUV Read More

  • Audi ups the style of Q7 SUV with latest facelift

    Audi ups the style of Q7 SUV with latest facelift April 14th, 2009 By Viknesh Vijayenthiran Viknesh Vijayenthiran, Author, April 14th, 2009 Viknesh Vijayenthiran 2 Comments

    Audi ups the style of Q7 SUV with latest facelift The Audi Q7 is certainly starting to show its age against its prime rivals like the BMW X5, Mercedes Benz ML and the Porsche Cayenne, all of which have either undergone a complete redesign or facelift in the recent past. The Q7, however, has barely changed since its market introduction back in 2006.

    That’s all set to change as Audi has unveiled a new version of the Q7, which has been given an update for the 2010 model year. Changes have taken place throughout the vehicle, with enhancements to the exterior, cabin and powertrain lineup all included in the update.

    It will be hard to distinguish the facelifted model from the older... The Audi Q7 is certainly starting to show its age against its prime rivals like the BMW X5, Mercedes Benz ML and the Porsche Cayenne, all of which have either undergone a complete redesign or facelift in the recent past. The Q7, however, has barely changed since its market introduction back in 2006. That’s all set to change as Audi has unveiled a new version of the Q7, which has been given an update for the 2010 model year. Changes have taken place throughout the vehicle, with enhancements to the exterior, cabin and powertrain lineup all included in the update. It will be hard to distinguish the facelifted model from the older series as the only exterior updates are new headlights and LED daytime running lights, full LED tail-lamps, two-tone side mirrors, new wheels, and slightly revised bumpers. Inside, there is new wood trim and ambient lighter for the doors. The SUV also picks up Audi’s third-generation MMI navigation system with voice-activation and SIRIUS support. The changes to the powertrain lineup are even more subtle but the big news it the introduction of a Q7 TDI clean diesel. The efficient oil-burner is clean, quiet and, for a big SUV, is relatively fast. Furthermore, fuel economy on the highway can reach up to 25mpg and 17mpg in the city, which means Q7 TDI has a theoretical range of more than 600 miles on a single tank. Healthy power figures mean the 3.0L V6 diesel Q7 won't be a slouch - the Q7 TDI achieves 225hp and 406lb-ft of torque, enough to give the car a towing capacity of almost three tons (6,600 pounds) and a 0-60mph time of 8.5 seconds. The rest of the lineup is filled up by the 280hp and 266lb-ft 3.6L FSI V6, which will send the Q7 from 0-60mph in 8.2 seconds and returns fuel economy of 14mpg in the city and 20mpg on the highway, and the 350hp and 325lb-ft 4.2L V8 FSI model. Easily the quickest of the pack, the V8 will send the Q7 from 0-60mph in 7.1 seconds and returns fuel economy of 13mpg in the city and 18mpg on the highway.2010 Audi Q7 SUV Read More

  • Audi reveals U.S. pricing for Q7 TDI Clean Diesel

    Audi reveals U.S. pricing for Q7 TDI Clean Diesel April 8th, 2009 ByJames Martinez James Martinez, Author, April 8th, 2009 James Martinez 0 Comments

    Audi reveals U.S. pricing for Q7 TDI Clean Diesel Audi today released pricing for its 2009 model-year Q7 TDI SUV, the German carmaker's first clean diesel vehicle for the U.S. market. Featuring a 3.0L V6 diesel engine – the same unit as the Volkswagen Touareg TDI - the Q7 TDI is scheduled to arrive in U.S. dealerships later this month.

    Prices will start at $50,990, and buyers will also be able to qualify for a $1,150 Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit from the IRS. The prices are in line with other luxury carmaker offerings - BMW's X5 diesel starts at around $52,000 for the base model.

    Inside, you can expect to find 12-way heated front seats, seven-passenger seating, dual-zone climate... Audi today released pricing for its 2009 model-year Q7 TDI SUV, the German carmaker's first clean diesel vehicle for the U.S. market. Featuring a 3.0L V6 diesel engine – the same unit as the Volkswagen Touareg TDI - the Q7 TDI is scheduled to arrive in U.S. dealerships later this month. Prices will start at $50,990, and buyers will also be able to qualify for a $1,150 Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit from the IRS. The prices are in line with other luxury carmaker offerings - BMW's X5 diesel starts at around $52,000 for the base model. Inside, you can expect to find 12-way heated front seats, seven-passenger seating, dual-zone climate control, a power tailgate and numerous other features, although when fully-loaded we wouldn't be surprised if the new Q7 was closer to $70,000 in price. The new Q7 TDI also features one of the world's cleanest diesel systems, with the car certified as meeting emissions regulations in all 50 U.S. states, including California's ULEV2 (Ultra-Low Emissions Vehicle) standards. In fact, Audi is so keen on the clean diesel technology that it’s touting it "as an immediate answer to America's energy challenges". The clean diesel technology found in the 2009 Q7 TDI provides 30% better fuel economy than petrol engines of similar size. The Q7 TDI also gets an EPA-rated 17 mpg in city driving and combined fuel economy of 20 mpg. Meanwhile, healthy torque figures mean the new diesel-powered Q7 won't be a slouch around town - the Q7 TDI achieves 505Nm of torque (406lb-ft), enough to give the car a towing capacity of almost three tons (6,600 pounds). Read More

  • ABT Sportsline shows faux carbon film for the Audi Q7 and R8

    ABT Sportsline shows faux carbon film for the Audi Q7 and R8 October 24th, 2008 By Viknesh Vijayenthiran Viknesh Vijayenthiran, Author, October 24th, 2008 Viknesh Vijayenthiran 1 Comment

    ABT Sportsline shows faux carbon film for the Audi Q7 and R8 ABT Sportsline is a specialist when it comes to modifying Audi vehicles but the German tuner’s usual assortment of modifications involves some serious horsepower numbers and extensive body work. Its latest creation, on the other hand, could best be described as automotive artwork and is designed for those individuals who want their car to look fast.

    ABT Sportsline has come up with a full vehicle covering that resembles carbon-fiber but is actually a low-cost adhesive. The material has been shaped to fit the Audi Q7 and R8, and can be applied to every external panel on the car.

    Replacing a car’s body panels with lighter... ABT Sportsline is a specialist when it comes to modifying Audi vehicles but the German tuner’s usual assortment of modifications involves some serious horsepower numbers and extensive body work. Its latest creation, on the other hand, could best be described as automotive artwork and is designed for those individuals who want their car to look fast. ABT Sportsline has come up with a full vehicle covering that resembles carbon-fiber but is actually a low-cost adhesive. The material has been shaped to fit the Audi Q7 and R8, and can be applied to every external panel on the car. Replacing a car’s body panels with lighter carbon-fiber is a simple way to increase the performance of a vehicle without having to touch any of the mechanicals. However, adding this new adhesive film on top of the body panels will have no effect on performance. The matt carbon film is said to be virtually indistinguishable from real carbon-fiber, right down to the touch and feel, and it can also be produced in other colors. If the option proves popular, ABT Sportsline plans to expand it to the Audi A4 and TT as well.ABT Sportsline carbon-fiber for the Audi Q7 and R8 Read More

  • Report: Audi will not sell the Q7 V12 TDI in U.S.

    Report: Audi will not sell the Q7 V12 TDI in U.S. October 10th, 2008 By Viknesh Vijayenthiran Viknesh Vijayenthiran, Author, October 10th, 2008 Viknesh Vijayenthiran 15 Comments

    Report: Audi will not sell the Q7 V12 TDI in U.S. The Audi Q7 V12 TDI was first revealed in production trim at the Geneva Motor Show earlier this year but withheld key information, such as when the vehicle would eventually go on sale and what its specifications would look like, until last month. Now Audi has reportedly revealed that the Q7 V12 TDI will not be coming to America.

    The new Q7 will be the world’s first passenger vehicle powered by a V12 TDI engine, and will go on sale at the end of the year, complete with a 500hp (368kW) and 737lb-ft (1,000Nm) output. Americans, however will have to make do with the 3.0L variant of the Q7, reports Car and Driver. The decision to snuff the... The Audi Q7 V12 TDI was first revealed in production trim at the Geneva Motor Show earlier this year but withheld key information, such as when the vehicle would eventually go on sale and what its specifications would look like, until last month. Now Audi has reportedly revealed that the Q7 V12 TDI will not be coming to America. The new Q7 will be the world’s first passenger vehicle powered by a V12 TDI engine, and will go on sale at the end of the year, complete with a 500hp (368kW) and 737lb-ft (1,000Nm) output. Americans, however will have to make do with the 3.0L variant of the Q7, reports Car and Driver. The decision to snuff the brawny SUV for the U.S. market was based on sales volume projections and expected demand - both of which were very low. Europe, on the other hand, can't get enough diesel engines in general, and is expected to love the big V12 TDI. It's easy to understand why. On demand, the 6.0L forced-induction V12 catapults the Q7 from 0-100km/h (62mph) in 5.5 seconds and effortlessly takes it up to its electronically controlled top speed of 250km/h (155mph). Even more impressive is its maximum torque: between 1,750 rpm and 3,250 rpm the V12 TDI has a constant 737lb-ft (1,000Nm) on tap. Despite the impressive performance numbers, on average, the big SUV requires just 11.3L of diesel per 100 km (20.8mpg). Key to its frugality is a redeveloped common rail injection system and fuel pressurized at up to 2,000bar. The SUV rides on an aluminum chassis with a double wishbone suspension set-up up front and Audi’s adaptive air suspension and electronically controlled shock absorbers with dynamic roll stabilization. The V12 Q7 also gets optional 21in wheels housing standard 20in carbon-ceramic brake discs (20in wheels and steel brakes are fitted as standard). The front disks are gripped by eight-piston brake calipers, while the rear brakes function with four pistons each. Visually, the Q7 V12 TDI can be distinguished from lesser models by its wider wheel housings, up 30mm in the front and 26mm in the back. Other unique features include darkened tail lights, dual oval exhausts, steel underbody protector and an optional panoramic sunroof. Inside, passengers are treated with aluminum inserts and velour carpet, carbon and aluminum trim and stainless steel pedals. Verano leather covers the electrically adjustable sport seats, the center armrest and the door inserts. The front and rear seats can be heated, while a special lighting package provides ambient mood lighting. Complementing the engine transplant is a sportier chassis, custom bodykit and more extensive standard equipment list. Production of the new model will be handled by Audi’s quattro subsidiary and the first cars will roll onto showroom floors at the end of the year. Audi is yet to reveal full pricing details but in Germany the new model will sell for €130,600, or approximately US$177,200, though it won't be coming to the U.S.2010 Audi Q7 V12 TDI Read More

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