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2011

ZUR DEUTSCHEN VERSION

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The Audi Q7

The Q7 is the performance SUV from Audi – the big, versatile automobile for sporty individualists.

../../JPG/AUDI/Audi0471.jpg, photo by audi 2011 It sets standards in its class with efficient engines and a standard eight-speed tiptronic transmission.

Body and interior

The design of the Audi Q7 exudes performance and presence. The hood, the front fenders, and the wrap-around rear hatch are aluminum. Add-on parts come standard in a contrasting color, with an option for parts in the body color with chrome trim. All Audi Q7 models roll off the assembly line with the high-gloss package; other interior design packages are available as options. Thanks to its 3.00 meter (9.84 ft) wheelbase, the 5.09 meter (16.70 ft) long Q7 has interior room to spare. 27 different seating configurations are possible. The large SUV is available as a five-, six- or seven-seater, with a choice of either individual deluxe seats or a variable bench seat in the second row and an optional third row. The seat backs in the second row can be folded, increasing the cargo capacity from a volume of 775 liters (27.37 cubic ft) to 2,035 liters (71.87 cubic ft). Three different types of seats are available for the driver and the front-seat passenger, topped by climate-controlled comfort seats that can be heated and ventilated. With its elegant lines and many upscale details, the interior conveys the typical Audi wellness feeling. The fit and finish knows no compromise.

Drivetrain

The Audi Q7 engine lineup features six engines with six or eight cylinders. The two three-liter gasoline engines – supercharged V6 units with different power ratings – and the V6 TDI are characterized by groundbreaking efficiency. The V8 diesel offers an impressive 800 Nm (590.05 lb-ft) of torque. A recuperation system is standard; the 3.0 TDI also features a start-stop system and sophisticated thermal management.

The most efficient engine in the Q7 is the V6 diesel with 150 kW (204 hp), which consumes an average of just 7.2 liters of diesel per 100 km (32.67 US mpg). Audi offers a particularly low-emission clean diesel model with the Audi 3.0 TDI with 180 kW (245 hp). Complex technology is used here to minimize NOx emissions. The start-stop system reduces fuel consumption.

The engines:

  • 3.0 TFSI quattro with 200 kW (272 hp)

  • 3.0 TFSI quattro with 245 kW (333 hp)

  • 3.0 TDI quattro with 150 kW (204 hp)

  • 3.0 TDI quattro with 180 kW (245 hp)

  • 3.0 TDI clean diesel quattro with 180 kW (245 hp)

  • 4.2 TDI quattro with 250 kW (143 hp)

All of the engines deliver their power to the quattro permanent all-wheel drive via a newly developed eight-speed tiptronic. With its wide spread and long-ratio upper gears, the automatic transmission also makes an important contribution to high efficiency.

Chassis

The Audi Q7 has a sophisticated chassis. Aluminum double wishbones mounted on subframes guide the wheels. The optional adaptive air suspension (standard in the Q7 4.2 TDI) with electronic damper control varies the ground clearance depending on the situation. The driver can choose from five characteristics using the MMI operating system. Wheels range from 18 to 21 inches in diameter. Large, internally ventilated disc brakes provide the stopping power. Huge discs in lightweight carbon fiber-ceramic are optionally available for models with the two most powerful engines. The ESP stabilization program includes an offroad mode. A hill descent assist engages when going downhill offroad.

Equipment and trim

../../JPG/AUDI/Audi0472.jpg, photo by audi 2011Among the standard features in the Audi Q7 are a two-zone, automatic air conditioning system, a high-beam assistant and the MMI radio operating system. A power rear hatch (standard in the Q7 4.2 TDI) and a rail-based load securing set for baggage are available for sports, recreation and vacation travel. Audi offers an entire system of infotainment modules.

The top-of-the-line version integrates a hard disk drive for navigation, music, and telephone data; a color monitor with 3D graphics; a DVD player; and voice control.

A special highlight is the 1,000 watt Bang & Olufsen sound system with 14 speakers. Advanced assistance systems round out the list of options.

The Audi Q7 V12 TDI quattro

The Audi Q7 V12 TDI quattro is the most powerful diesel SUV in the world. Its V12 draws 368 kW (500 hp) of power from 1,750 cc displacement and delivers 1,000 Nm (737.56 lb-ft) of torque to the six-speed tiptronic between 1,750 and 3,250 rpm. Requiring just 5.5 seconds for zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) and with a limited top speed of 250 km/h (155.34 mph), the Audi Q7 V12 TDI quattro has the performance of a powerful sports car, yet consumes on average just 11.3 liters of fuel per 100 km (20.82 US mpg). The luxurious standard equipment of the top model includes 20-inch wheels, a ceramic brake system, the adaptive air suspension, a Bose sound system and sport seats.Distinctive details distinguish the world ’s most powerful diesel SUV visually.

The equipment, data and prices specified in this document refer to the model range offered in Germany. Subject to change without notice; errors and omissions excepted.

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