An all-new Audi Q7 has been spied testing, but the four-ring brand has squeezed out a bit more life from its large three-row crossover with another facelift. The Q7 is approaching 10 years on the market, and received a facelift back in 2020. Now, it has received freshened front-end styling, new alloy wheel designs and new colours.
The SQ7 , a hotter, twin-turbo V8-powered version of the Q7, also gains the option of new HD Matrix LED headlights and OLED tail lights. It has a fresh face and it still boasts a smart look thanks to its sharp creases, but the conservative design is arguably looking its age. But does the SQ7 feel its age? We went to the local launch of the performance-tuned three-row SUV to see how it stacks up.
The SQ7 is the flagship of the Q7 line. Unlike the related, two-row Q8 SUV, there’s no RS version. To see how the SQ7 stacks up against its rivals, use our comparison tool.
The Q7 and SQ7, along with models like the Q8 and SQ8 , arguably represent the sweet spot in terms of Audi’s interior design evolution. Sure, there’s no longer the satisfying metallic click of a rotary controller or climate dials, but there are neatly integrated infotainment and climate control touchscreens. As Audi returns to rather awkwardly integrated screens, the elegant, flowing look of the current Q7/SQ7 stands out as an example of interior design done right – not only from an aesthetic standpoint, but from a usability point of view.
All of the screens look great and work we.