Audi SQ7 4.0L V8 Quattro SUV 2021 Review

We Drive the AUDI SQ7 on a Road Test Review

Audi SQ7 – Im driving the Audi SQ7 this week, stick around for a minute and find out what it’s like.

2021 Audi SQ7 front grill With the growth of Prestige SUVs in recent years there has also been a surge in sport SUVs as well. And the Audi SQ7 is amongst the best of them. It’s a beautiful car.

2021 Audi SQ7 interior dash

Here is a Luxury SUV that will seat five in comfort and seven occasionally and is packed full of the latest safety and technology features from Audi.  Inside its comfortable with electronic heated sport seats, MMI navigation plus, touch screen operation, and the Audi virtual cockpit.

2021 Audi SQ7 interior front

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SQ7 is powered by a stunning 4.0L Twin turbo V8 diesel engine that pumps out 320kw and 900nm of torque through Audis Quattro drivetrain and an 8 speed automatic. It’s surprisingly economical as well

2021 Audi SQ7 interior drivers instruments 1

This family SUV will race from 0-100kmh in just under 5 seconds and top out at a controlled 250kmh. It has smooth ride and handling and effortless performance. The continual linear surge under acceleration is pure joy..

The Audi SQ7 is priced at around $162,300 plus the usual costs.

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2021 Audi SQ7 centre stack

Audi has a strong presence in the sports SUV segments with the following:

2021 Audi SQ7 profile

What is good?

What is not so good?

  • Distinctive design
  • Performance ride and handling
  • Interior comfort and ambience

2021 Audi SQ7 interior rear seats

Also Look At

2021 Audi SQ7 engine

Model   

Audi SQ7 Quattro 

Model Price From $161,500 MLP* PAT $189,100 MLP*
Engine 4.0L Twin Turbo V8 Diesel
Drivetrain 8 speed Sports AT Quattro
Power 320 kW at 3,750 – 4,750 rpm
Torque 900 Nm @ 1,250-3,250rpm
Safety Five Star  ANCAP (Q7 tested 2019)
CO2 Emissions 200g/km
Economy ADR / Tank 7.6 L/100km 8.9 L/100km over our test / 85L
Servicing 12 months / 15,000 km Pre Paid service plans available
Warranty 3yr/ Unlimited km with 3 Yr. conditional roadside assist

 *MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options.

2021 Audi SQ7 rear

Overall Rating    

88/100

Behind the Wheel 9
Comfort 9
Equipment 9
Performance 10
Ride and Handling 10
Practicality 9
Fit for Purpose 8
Design / Style 8
Technology / connectivity 8
Value for Money 8

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  • 9/10
    Behind the Wheel - 9/10
  • 9/10
    Comfort - 9/10
  • 9/10
    Equipment - 9/10
  • 9/10
    Performance - 9/10
  • 10/10
    Ride and Handling - 10/10
  • 9/10
    Practicality - 9/10
  • 8/10
    Fit for Purpose - 8/10
  • 8/10
    Design / Style - 8/10
  • 9/10
    Technology / connectivity - 9/10
  • 8/10
    Value for Money - 8/10
8.8/10

Summary

Audi SQ7 – Im driving the Audi SQ7 this week, stick around for a minute and find out what it’s like.

The Audi SQ7 is priced at around $162,300 plus the usual costs.

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Brianna has been driving a different car every week since she got her learners permit. Now writing and doing videos for us she is also qualified in the Hospitality, Beauty and Child Care industries but still finds time to be our resident gourmet chef. She provides the most magnificent meals when the mood takes her. Her camp oven damper made at Ute weekends and camping trips has to be tasted to be believed. In addition to that, she has a particular affinity with off road driving and has been driving since she was 9 years on the same farm as Rob learned to drive on. Unusually for one so young she is exceptionally competent with off road driving, keeping up with drivers that many more years experience. Brianna is currently compiling her own bush cook book along with her other business interests.