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This is going to be happening a lot now since all these companies planned to go full electric and that has pretty much backfired. There was most likely no plan to replace this with an ICE vehicle so now they to keep this one alive a little longer until a replacement is ready.
Someone has to say it: Audi has been selling the same cars for the last 20 years. Just look at any Audi vehicle from the side and you’ll see minimal changes. They just change the front/rear and update their interiors.
@@Someothername2134IMO, I don’t know what so many people are crying about that Audi’s look and design is so ‘outdated’. I think they have masterfully designed their cars that they do not require significant changes. For example, look at BMW, they look like they redesign their cars like once every two years and they keep coming out uglier and uglier by the generation. Audi’s design is simple, modern and contemporary requiring less major updates. 🤓
I said it from the first time this 2nd gen Q7 came out that they also needed a Q9 with proper SUV proportions. This Q7 still looks more wagon than SUV.
Yes, we need the ‘Q9’ in Western markets, Audi manufactured this ‘Q9’ as a ‘Q6’ in China already for the past 2 years, unbelievable 😩 I don’t want no Western fully electric ‘Q6’ that they currently pushing here…no spending more money for less size and cubic feet space.
The Q7 is in dire need of a complete redesign. It's definitely showing its age. The amount of piano black on the dash looks cheap. Overall gas mileage is not competitive. IMO there is nothing impressive about the Q7 that sets it apart from the competition.
@@TITO2687 they’re entitled to their opinion also I’ve been in the latest Q7, latest MDX, and latest X5, the MDX is just as good as the Q7 for less money (while having a functional 3rd row), the X5 is much better than the Q7 for the same money
As always guys, an excellent overview. I love my ‘21 Q7 Prestige which honestly isn’t that much different than the ‘25 model overall. Just some minor tweaks here and there but Audi got it right with this vehicle and unlike many brands, they don’t make changes for change sake. As a result, they hone their vehicles over the life of the car’s cycle. Most drivers today don’t even remember that European cars used to keep the same models for several years and didn’t even change the model years. For titling purposes in the states, there would be a year model assigned but it was still the same model as the prior year. The Q7 is just a more complete package than the X5 or GLE with which they compete and I plan to drive the ‘21 Q7 for a long time.
In 2009, Audi was hitting the pavement in terms of innovation, but nowadays they seem to be offering very stale designs with questionable reliability. I’ll pass.
For people like myself, X5 wouldn’t survive a month of my lifestyle. Still sucks that Audi is doing the whole Land Cruiser “if it ain’t broke don’t fix it” strategy. The piano black is a huge disappointment.
I’ll ask. Why would you or I buy this vis a vis the Atlas? Of course, assuming one desires something from the same family - trying to avoid the “BUY A LEXUS!” responses.
Great review. How do you guys feel the '25 Q7 compares against the '25 X5 you guys reviewed a couple days ago? I can tell the same level of excitement is def not there compared to the X5 hah
I drive a 2017 model, full spec. Even as an Audi Fan, there is just Nothing appetising about this new one. It’s just the same thing. Guess Im keeping mine for a while longer.
The definitely need to get rid of the ashtrays in the back armrest. Also the charger where you charge your phone it's too hot it will burn your phone up.
The ppl saying it’s old looking… need to get their eyes checked. Unless they’re referring to Audi not making drastic design changes like some manufacturers do every couple years and whose designs look like they were made after someone took a samurai sword to a mold of clay (looking at you 🇯🇵 cars) 👀
@@Car_conversati0nz Really? This is how you answer? Poor form. And news flash - V6 's ARE AVAILABLE. I drove one yesterday. No need on my part to watch your channel anymore. Good luck!
We have owned Audi's since 2012 and it's time for a change. The Q7 looks and feels like its 10 years old and the third seat area is basically useless. How many refreshes can you do and not update any of the power trains other than a few tweak's. The competition has improved and I thought I'd never say this but am looking at Japanese..primarily Mazda whom I feel has really improved and very cost competitive at 20+k less.
This thing has awesome features and great safety features but when it comes to using this vehicle as a regular vehicle and for a family or long trip it's just not good. Bad design and no room for anything inside for the driver and passenger.
Honestly, if it were me I would save money and get the VW Atlas which also got a refresh. For one, the refresh was more extensive and major than the refresh for this Q7. This refresh is very bland at least for this 45 model that you guys tested. Feature wise, this and the Q7 are pretty much in line. This has a little bit more stuff but it doesn’t make a big difference. In addition to that, the atlas is more practical than this and practicality matters so much in this segment. Its a shame that a compact crossover has more places to put stuff than this. Im also not a fan of all the gloss black used. I couldn’t do it. Too much gloss black would gave me a headache to wipe down and keep clean because of dust and finger prints. I wish Audi would’ve expanded the use of leather. Gloss black seems quite cheap on a 71k suv. Thats a gripe I have on all Audi’s though. You definitely would be better off spending 56 grand on an Atlas SEL premium R-Line than this.
@@DBrealmadrid9606 idk tbh other than the fact the X5 is a lot quicker (I’m comparing the 6 cylinder versions as those sell the best), the X5 handles way better (especially with the M Sport Pkg but even without), and IMO the X5 has a sharper design, they’re both around the same price but I feel like the X5 outperforms the Q7 in nearly every way generally speaking, only somewhat “major” con to the X5 is a relatively tight rear seat but I could live with this personally, ik the Q7 is a 3-row and the X5 is a 2-row but honestly the Q7 3rd row is dysfunctional, if your friend wants the Q7, I would suggest looking at the MDX as it’s equally good to the Q7 for a lower price (and it has a functional 3rd row with more trunk space than the Q7) but if your friend wants the X5, I say by all means go for it
@@DBrealmadrid9606X5 is a lot quicker and handles a lot better also the X5 uses more exciting design language than the Q7, ik the X5 is a 2-row but the Q7 3rd row is dysfunctional
It seems bmw the only one that hasn't cheaped out on making you pay for a powerful standard engine mercedes and audi putting the 2.0 in there heavy suvs making them underpowered
Traded our enjoyable Audi this year for a Lexus. Why? Because Audi repairs are shockingly expensive, such as $10,000 to replace the timing chain! Factor that prospect into your buying choices.
Can Audi update this interior ffs. They have been running this same interior since late 2019. BMW X5 has added 2 major interior updates since then. GLE has added a major interior update too.
Is that piano black plastic all over the dash the Lincoln aviator does the same thing. I’m not a fan of piano black plastic all over the dash this this interior does not look as nice as the interior from five or six years ago.
Embarrassing. Imagine being a salesperson, you sell a family a brand new Q7 in 2016, they come back 3 years later, you sell them 2019 (same car), three years later in 2022 they come to look if there's a new model... nope same car, third time is a charm. Two years pass, peekaboo, another refresh, still same car. Fact check. The current Audi Q7 body design came to life in 2014 (looking at the calculator, 2024-2014 = 10 years ago). First was shown at the Detroit Auto Show in January of 2015. Link: ruclips.net/video/Qiw4VWPEdLA/видео.html
This thing is overpriced, underpowered, and unequipped! Who would buy this when you could get a Genesis GV90 or BMW X5 for much less while being more powerful, better looking, better MPG, better 0-60, and more features + better reliability. I have an Audi Q7 (2019) 3.0 Prestige, and I’m never buying another Audi again… new ones feel like overpriced VW’s
All the fingerprints on the screens 😮. I bet they tried to square it off like the 2017-2019 models bc the newer ones look like cheap little suv with chevy sonic like design. And why did they turbo charge and get less mpg when the supercharger engine got 24-25mpg hwy? They've downgraded
This car is a straight up disgrace boo boo! It looks old asf, no storage, tiny 3rd row and it still got those incandescent lights??? Audi has gone down boo!!! So miss my delicious donk with this mess and buy me a Bimmer or Benz!!! Real talk boo boo!!!!!
It’s funny watching these two trying to say something interesting about this piece of crap loaded with piano black in the interior that they’ve had for several years. Audi thinks their customers are stupid.
Definitely German trash!!! This is nothing compared to an X5 or X7 looks very cheap and outdated. Listen to that startup chime sounding like a 1998 Corolla backing up 😂😂😂
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How many refreshes are they going to keep giving this thing?
That part cause it still looks the same 🤷
It's for sure time for a new design language. They also need to get rid of all of that shiny piano black trim which shows dust like crazy.
Idk tbh 😭
What is it suppose to be
@@cato12 redesigned tbh
This is going to be happening a lot now since all these companies planned to go full electric and that has pretty much backfired. There was most likely no plan to replace this with an ICE vehicle so now they to keep this one alive a little longer until a replacement is ready.
True Mercedes said won’t be new S Class till 2029 but they will be refresh in 2026
Exactly
Someone has to say it: Audi has been selling the same cars for the last 20 years. Just look at any Audi vehicle from the side and you’ll see minimal changes. They just change the front/rear and update their interiors.
Is that a bad thing? I like their look…
They have been using that huge front grill far too long, looks tired IMHO.
@@Someothername2134Same here, I like that my 2014 A6 doesn't look too outdated compare to a 2024 A6.
@@Someothername2134IMO, I don’t know what so many people are crying about that Audi’s look and design is so ‘outdated’. I think they have masterfully designed their cars that they do not require significant changes.
For example, look at BMW, they look like they redesign their cars like once every two years and they keep coming out uglier and uglier by the generation. Audi’s design is simple, modern and contemporary requiring less major updates.
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what's with audi and their ancient lineup??i it seems like all of their cars are a decade old.
I wouldn’t bother with the Q7 for sure
How so
@@cato12 depends on the model but the Q7 def isn’t competitive anymore
Most VAG products are like that
@@CarGeek360 how is it not?
I said it from the first time this 2nd gen Q7 came out that they also needed a Q9 with proper SUV proportions. This Q7 still looks more wagon than SUV.
A Q9 is coming out for the 2026 model year, but they’re so behind the competition on getting that size model out now.
Yes, we need the ‘Q9’ in Western markets, Audi manufactured this ‘Q9’ as a ‘Q6’ in China already for the past 2 years, unbelievable 😩
I don’t want no Western fully electric ‘Q6’ that they currently pushing here…no spending more money for less size and cubic feet space.
The Q7 is in dire need of a complete redesign. It's definitely showing its age. The amount of piano black on the dash looks cheap. Overall gas mileage is not competitive. IMO there is nothing impressive about the Q7 that sets it apart from the competition.
Yeah the Q7 just isn’t it
The Q7 is not a good car anymore! I’d get the X5 over it any day
The new Q7 coming next year as 2026 model
Can you afford one ??
@@TITO2687 they’re entitled to their opinion also I’ve been in the latest Q7, latest MDX, and latest X5, the MDX is just as good as the Q7 for less money (while having a functional 3rd row), the X5 is much better than the Q7 for the same money
As always guys, an excellent overview. I love my ‘21 Q7 Prestige which honestly isn’t that much different than the ‘25 model overall. Just some minor tweaks here and there but Audi got it right with this vehicle and unlike many brands, they don’t make changes for change sake. As a result, they hone their vehicles over the life of the car’s cycle. Most drivers today don’t even remember that European cars used to keep the same models for several years and didn’t even change the model years. For titling purposes in the states, there would be a year model assigned but it was still the same model as the prior year. The Q7 is just a more complete package than the X5 or GLE with which they compete and I plan to drive the ‘21 Q7 for a long time.
The 2026 Q7 is next generation
@@RonsmooveTI that’s the rumor and unfortunately will probably be an EV. I will NEVER own an EV!
@@ronaldlamascus1944 there was spyshots of next gen Q7
This means the Bentley Bentayga is also getting refreshed.
Im getting a Q7 in a month, excited ofc but skeptical, the only reason Im getting a Q7 over X7 is because of 3 isofix spots in the 2nd row
I'm a fan of Audi & u guys make me buy this.
To enjoy this in a drag, shift the gears one down to sports and then feel the difference… sub 6 seconds 0 to 60. U r driving in D which is dry
In 2009, Audi was hitting the pavement in terms of innovation, but nowadays they seem to be offering very stale designs with questionable reliability. I’ll pass.
Suggestion sound readings for the heating/cooling fan.
Great review, but Audi has fallen short. I can't see why anyone would buy this over the BMW X5. I'm a Audi fan and my wife drives one everyday.
For people like myself, X5 wouldn’t survive a month of my lifestyle. Still sucks that Audi is doing the whole Land Cruiser “if it ain’t broke don’t fix it” strategy. The piano black is a huge disappointment.
Yeah the X5 is a much better car + it doesn’t matter that the X5 is 2-row only bc the Q7 3rd row is useless
I agree that Audi has gotten lazy. However, I think BMW kinda ruined the X5 with the latest refresh.
@@bradleykurtz5536 I still really like the X5 but to each their own, I want my dad to get one
I’ll ask. Why would you or I buy this vis a vis the Atlas? Of course, assuming one desires something from the same family - trying to avoid the “BUY A LEXUS!” responses.
Great review. How do you guys feel the '25 Q7 compares against the '25 X5 you guys reviewed a couple days ago? I can tell the same level of excitement is def not there compared to the X5 hah
I will compare the 2026 Q7 which is coming 12-14 months
Thanks! It's certainly not as well rounded as the X5 but it does give you a decent third row for way less money than X7
X5 is much better also the Q7 has a useless 3rd row
I drive a 2017 model, full spec. Even as an Audi Fan, there is just Nothing appetising about this new one. It’s just the same thing. Guess Im keeping mine for a while longer.
A friend is contemplating getting a 60 TFSIe vs a 50e.
Anyone who could compare them based on their experience? Both are 2025
The definitely need to get rid of the ashtrays in the back armrest. Also the charger where you charge your phone it's too hot it will burn your phone up.
Thanks for testing the 4cyl, turbo.
What's new is still old.
I bought one- huge difference from the 2022
The ppl saying it’s old looking… need to get their eyes checked. Unless they’re referring to Audi not making drastic design changes like some manufacturers do every couple years and whose designs look like they were made after someone took a samurai sword to a mold of clay (looking at you 🇯🇵 cars) 👀
Excellent review as always!😸
Disappointed you didn't test the V6. The 4 cylinder is under powered and not their best seller. Audi claims the 2025 V6 now does 0-60 in 5.5 seconds.
Are you serious? The dealerships aren’t receiving the V6 models yet. Be PATIENT!!!
@@Car_conversati0nz Really? This is how you answer? Poor form. And news flash - V6 's ARE AVAILABLE. I drove one yesterday. No need on my part to watch your channel anymore. Good luck!
@@gtl1010the user who responded to you is not car confections
For some V-6 content we have recent 2024 Q7 and Q8 reviews you could check out 👍
Lol you got unintentionally rick-rolled@@gtl1010
These seats are so old school looking
This would be nice for 2018😅
I have to say I like the old version better. Lights look better on the 2023
I love the question at the beginning of your videos ... "What's going on RUclips" lol 😃 Keep it up young men!!!!
Is there a hybrid version coming? The Q5 55 TFSI E is out I see
The overall design looks so tired and to call this a 'refresh' is a joke.
Overall design still looks fresh imo....it's been almost 10yrs
2:19 turn signal shine through the grill, design flaw?!
We have owned Audi's since 2012 and it's time for a change. The Q7 looks and feels like its 10 years old and the third seat area is basically useless. How many refreshes can you do and not update any of the power trains other than a few tweak's. The competition has improved and I thought I'd never say this but am looking at Japanese..primarily Mazda whom I feel has really improved and very cost competitive at 20+k less.
This thing has awesome features and great safety features but when it comes to using this vehicle as a regular vehicle and for a family or long trip it's just not good. Bad design and no room for anything inside for the driver and passenger.
Excellent video guys.
So this is based on A6 and costs twice as much?
Same shape since 2016 just 3 different light changes and bumpers might aswell create ure own number on a 2016 cheaper
More rear leg room pls
It looks alright, it needs more space!!! 😂
I’ve been in one and the 3rd row is dysfunctional
Honestly, if it were me I would save money and get the VW Atlas which also got a refresh.
For one, the refresh was more extensive and major than the refresh for this Q7. This refresh is very bland at least for this 45 model that you guys tested. Feature wise, this and the Q7 are pretty much in line. This has a little bit more stuff but it doesn’t make a big difference. In addition to that, the atlas is more practical than this and practicality matters so much in this segment. Its a shame that a compact crossover has more places to put stuff than this. Im also not a fan of all the gloss black used. I couldn’t do it. Too much gloss black would gave me a headache to wipe down and keep clean because of dust and finger prints. I wish Audi would’ve expanded the use of leather. Gloss black seems quite cheap on a 71k suv. Thats a gripe I have on all Audi’s though. You definitely would be better off spending 56 grand on an Atlas SEL premium R-Line than this.
This thing isn’t holding a candle to BMW X5, they’re both the same price too
Can you please explain why it’s inferior to the X5 ? A friend of mine is cross-shopping both.
@@DBrealmadrid9606 idk tbh other than the fact the X5 is a lot quicker (I’m comparing the 6 cylinder versions as those sell the best), the X5 handles way better (especially with the M Sport Pkg but even without), and IMO the X5 has a sharper design, they’re both around the same price but I feel like the X5 outperforms the Q7 in nearly every way generally speaking, only somewhat “major” con to the X5 is a relatively tight rear seat but I could live with this personally, ik the Q7 is a 3-row and the X5 is a 2-row but honestly the Q7 3rd row is dysfunctional, if your friend wants the Q7, I would suggest looking at the MDX as it’s equally good to the Q7 for a lower price (and it has a functional 3rd row with more trunk space than the Q7) but if your friend wants the X5, I say by all means go for it
@@DBrealmadrid9606X5 is a lot quicker and handles a lot better also the X5 uses more exciting design language than the Q7, ik the X5 is a 2-row but the Q7 3rd row is dysfunctional
It’s smaller and more money, that’s what changed
Tldr: nothing changed apart from the headlight, as always
Ditch the 45 model audi!!!!
The 2015 had more road presence.
Uh no
It seems bmw the only one that hasn't cheaped out on making you pay for a powerful standard engine mercedes and audi putting the 2.0 in there heavy suvs making them underpowered
Volkswagen design always good 👍🏽
why audi dont have new models?
I think the lack of improvement on design is that their head design person went to Kia.
I see a lot of rental car companies buying this vehicle
Yes its confectioners
And they want $62k-$80k for this!?
Traded our enjoyable Audi this year for a Lexus. Why? Because Audi repairs are shockingly expensive, such as $10,000 to replace the timing chain! Factor that prospect into your buying choices.
The coolest Q7 was the V12 Turbo diesel 😅
Can Audi update this interior ffs. They have been running this same interior since late 2019. BMW X5 has added 2 major interior updates since then. GLE has added a major interior update too.
my 2009 Q7 is basicallty the same car as this, with probably a more reliable engine. The naturallly aspirated 6 cyliner.
the refreshes are looking tired. It looks not that different from their original. Audi needs to step on it with the full redesigns.
Great review of an undesirable car, especially at those prices.
NICE
May prefer its ud q7
Is that piano black plastic all over the dash the Lincoln aviator does the same thing. I’m not a fan of piano black plastic all over the dash this this interior does not look as nice as the interior from five or six years ago.
20:45 this Sequoia? 😂😂😂
Why nobody talks about weird grille design
It still looks very dates and that grill is hideous!
I wanted to own this Q7 really bad someday but I can't 🤑
Seems like the X5 blows this out of the water in almost every way
Ihop to get this car ino thi is for 5years only but its beter in suv
Looks old AF no cap
comparable to cars like mdx and xc90
How does a 3 row family car have zero storage space for bits and bobs in the front cabin. It’s awful.
Old storage not finish not sold out yet 😅😅😅😅
Audi is a car that is ignored in Korea
Embarrassing. Imagine being a salesperson, you sell a family a brand new Q7 in 2016, they come back 3 years later, you sell them 2019 (same car), three years later in 2022 they come to look if there's a new model... nope same car, third time is a charm. Two years pass, peekaboo, another refresh, still same car. Fact check. The current Audi Q7 body design came to life in 2014 (looking at the calculator, 2024-2014 = 10 years ago). First was shown at the Detroit Auto Show in January of 2015. Link: ruclips.net/video/Qiw4VWPEdLA/видео.html
The next gen Q7 comes out as 2026 model next year. Audi in recent years had issues with supply gain and management but it got resolved last year.
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This thing looks OLD !
lol this car is so old it’s like getting your 90 year old Nana a face lift and tummy tuck…just why? Get a Lexus GX or a Toyota Land Cruiser.
Gv80 or x5 looks way better!!
outdated and expensive. Good job by the way 👍
These car companies are so lazy and greedy
This thing is overpriced, underpowered, and unequipped! Who would buy this when you could get a Genesis GV90 or BMW X5 for much less while being more powerful, better looking, better MPG, better 0-60, and more features + better reliability. I have an Audi Q7 (2019) 3.0 Prestige, and I’m never buying another Audi again… new ones feel like overpriced VW’s
Yeah I agree with you, X5 is WAY better than this
Lol hyumdai 😂
Same car as 10 years ago 😕
Compared to the 2024 the design is a step back. The front grill and rear tail lights are ugly.
All the fingerprints on the screens 😮. I bet they tried to square it off like the 2017-2019 models bc the newer ones look like cheap little suv with chevy sonic like design. And why did they turbo charge and get less mpg when the supercharger engine got 24-25mpg hwy? They've downgraded
Obviously Audi doesn't listen to customers.. practically there's no changes again.. they still have everything that I don't like. good bye Audi..
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This car is a straight up disgrace boo boo! It looks old asf, no storage, tiny 3rd row and it still got those incandescent lights??? Audi has gone down boo!!! So miss my delicious donk with this mess and buy me a Bimmer or Benz!!! Real talk boo boo!!!!!
Yeah fr the BMW X5 is a much better car for the same money but if you need more space I highly recomend the Acura MDX for less money than the Q7
@@CarGeek360 Thanks boo boo!!!
@@thebigone6969 Would definitely recommend the BMW over both the Audi and Benz
@@JRB41 for sure, that’s why my dad is getting a new X5 soon
Audi can't rely on its name anymore, not impressive.
Audi looks like a Station wagon, the front looks hideous.
Audi cars look old and boring same stuff for years n now they put that 2.0 in the q7 making it even worse 😂😂
That's a terrible reverse light
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Nice Audi price to high quality very low resell value horrible, overall overpriced compared to Lexus.
No thanks
It’s funny watching these two trying to say something interesting about this piece of crap loaded with piano black in the interior that they’ve had for several years. Audi thinks their customers are stupid.
Same old thing
Ugly and out of fashion design , will not buy it
boring. audi step your game up, or get stepped on.
Definitely German trash!!! This is nothing compared to an X5 or X7 looks very cheap and outdated. Listen to that startup chime sounding like a 1998 Corolla backing up 😂😂😂
Hard pass!
Four cylinder q7….👉💩