Audi Q7: The Performance SUV
Published: 17th August 2005
Audi Q7
Also available on request: adaptive air suspension. The combination of air suspension and an electronically controlled damping system represents the perfect synthesis of decidedly sporty handling and supreme ride comfort. The standard dynamic roll stabilisation system reduces body movements about the longitudinal axis to a minimum.
Variable ground clearance - starting at 180 millimetres and extending to 240 mm in lift mode - means that even challenging terrain can be negotiated. The off-road mode, with 205 mm ground clearance and adapted damper control, allows cross-country driving. The loading sill has a particularly convenient feature: it can be lowered to enable heavy objects to be loaded effortlessly into the luggage area.
Yet high-tech dominates not only the dynamic aspects of the Audi Q7. The Q7 is equipped as standard with the innovative MMI operating concept - much praised on the A8 and A6 - which can be extended in two stages to include a variety of additional functions.
On board the performance SUV, a number of innovative driver assistance systems, introduced for the first time in standard production, are available on request: e.g. Audi side assist with radar technology for lane-changing manoeuvres and the advanced parking system with optical/acoustic guidance and rear-view camera.
The ESP includes numerous new functions such as hill descent assist. A special off-road mode optimises brake performance and traction on loose surfaces. The trailer stabilisation system reduces the risk of fishtailing by means of targeted brake intervention.
The Audi Q7 will be available to order from 12 September 2005. The first deliveries will be made in the first quarter of 2006.
Audi Q7
Our Audi Q7 Guide lists the full specification of the current UK Q7 range, including car prices, fuel consumption, dimensions and other vital data.
Price Range: £38,725 - £50,590
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Models in the range: 10
We have road tested the Audi Q7, to read our in-depth car review:
Audi Q7 Review - Sep 2007
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