Verdict
A
Luxury SUV · Germany · 2016-Present
Audi SQ7
Audi SQ7 — spec data and generation history.
Years
2016-Present
Generations
1
Segment
Luxury SUV
Performance flagship Q7. Original 4M (2016–2019) launched with the 4.0 TDI triple-turbo V8 diesel — segment-first electric compressor for instant boost, 429 bhp, 664 ft·lb torque. 2019 facelift switched to the 4.0 TFSI biturbo petrol V8 (500 bhp) with 48V mild hybrid and active anti-roll bars. 0-62 in 4.1s in a 7-seat SUV, sleeper magic. 2024 facelift refreshed face and cabin.
Generations
Click any generation for the full deep dive
2016-Present
4M
→
4.0 TFSI MHEV quattro — 500 bhp, 0-62 in 4.1s.
Verdict
A
BHP
500
0–60
4.1 s
Top
155 mph
MPG
23.0 mpg
Used
£32,000-£90,000
- + 4.0 TDI triple-turbo (early) genuine engineering oddity
- + 4.0 TFSI biturbo (2019+) supercar pace from a 7-seat SUV
- − 4.0 TDI electric compressor recall
- − Heavy thirst on the petrol
Known issues by generation
Common faults reported on each generation — useful when shopping the used market.
2016-Present · 4M
- 4.0 TDI electric compressor recall (early)
- 4.0 TFSI carbon build-up
- Active anti-roll bar electric pump faults
- Air suspension compressor wear
Rivals
BMW X5 M50i · Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 · Range Rover Sport SVR · Porsche Cayenne Turbo