The Q7 Is Still A Family Affair - 2024 / 2025 Audi Q7 Review
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Date: 2024-06-07
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ayushmalpeddi2793
For anyone wondering the Q7 does not actually have better materials all around because it is HIGHLY dependent on the spec you get. For example, the base premium trims which start at 60K doesn't even have leatherette or stiching on the armrest or dash. It's all just cheap soft touch plastic or whatever which is disgusting for 60K. On the premium plus and prestige trim levels (65-78K) you finally get leatherette arm rests and stitching, but not on the upper door trims or the full dash. That stuff is still the disgusting and cheap soft touch plastic or whatever. To get the nicer stitched leatherette on the upper door trims and dash, you need to spend an additional 3, 700 for the luxury package only available on the prestige trim to get all the materials shown in this video. In other words roughly 83K. And mind you, all the trims still get the extremely cheap piano black plastic that creaks when you touch it and doesn't feel high quality at all.
Audi used to have the higher quality interiors but not anymore. Especially for the price, other brands are better. I think you should add a disclaimer in future videos about material choices based on trim levels and pricing. Because the base or even the top trim without the 3700 luxury package feel vastly cheaper.
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For anyone wondering the Q7 does not actually have better materials all around because it is HIGHLY dependent on the spec you get. For example, the base premium trims which start at 60K doesn't even have leatherette or stiching on the armrest or dash. It's all just cheap soft touch plastic or whatever which is disgusting for 60K. On the premium plus and prestige trim levels (65-78K) you finally get leatherette arm rests and stitching, but not on the upper door trims or the full dash. That stuff is still the disgusting and cheap soft touch plastic or whatever. To get the nicer stitched leatherette on the upper door trims and dash, you need to spend an additional 3, 700 for the luxury package only available on the prestige trim to get all the materials shown in this video. In other words roughly 83K. And mind you, all the trims still get the extremely cheap piano black plastic that creaks when you touch it and doesn't feel high quality at all.
Audi used to have the higher quality interiors but not anymore. Especially for the price, other brands are better. I think you should add a disclaimer in future videos about material choices based on trim levels and pricing. Because the base or even the top trim without the 3700 luxury package feel vastly cheaper.
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really9025
I bought a Q8, which is essentially the same as a Q7 without the third row. I bought it because I am 6’5. The Q7/8 have great headroom and lots of second row legroom with the front seats fully back. Both the X5 and GLE do not have adequate second row legroom. My Q8 has most options including air suspension which is impressive on long drives. Nevertheless, I remain very scared about long term maintenance costs. Front storage space is a joke as mentioned by many reviews but not a deal killer. Have owned for 18 months and my only issue has been internet connection used by MyAudi. Turns out the system keeps reverting to G3 (now obsolete) instead of LTE (G5. Easy to fix but requires a day at the repair shop. Frustrating! In summary, I am still pleased with purchase.
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I bought a Q8, which is essentially the same as a Q7 without the third row. I bought it because I am 6’5. The Q7/8 have great headroom and lots of second row legroom with the front seats fully back. Both the X5 and GLE do not have adequate second row legroom. My Q8 has most options including air suspension which is impressive on long drives. Nevertheless, I remain very scared about long term maintenance costs. Front storage space is a joke as mentioned by many reviews but not a deal killer. Have owned for 18 months and my only issue has been internet connection used by MyAudi. Turns out the system keeps reverting to G3 (now obsolete) instead of LTE (G5. Easy to fix but requires a day at the repair shop. Frustrating! In summary, I am still pleased with purchase.
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fycfyc1
Had one as a rental for a week and at first I really considered purchasing one, easy to drive easy to use, I like the exterior/interior styling too. But after spending time with it there is a major daily use annoyance. The front center console storage in this generation is basically non-existent, extremely shallow, only good enough for wallets and phones, the competition all are much deeper. And the front door pocket bins are pretty deep but not very wide, if you have something at the bottom sometimes it's hard to reach your hand down there to grab it, and it will not fit wider things like small bags/purses. So your only choice for front storage is the glovebox or the backseat, which is not the most convenient for the driver.
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Had one as a rental for a week and at first I really considered purchasing one, easy to drive easy to use, I like the exterior/interior styling too. But after spending time with it there is a major daily use annoyance. The front center console storage in this generation is basically non-existent, extremely shallow, only good enough for wallets and phones, the competition all are much deeper. And the front door pocket bins are pretty deep but not very wide, if you have something at the bottom sometimes it's hard to reach your hand down there to grab it, and it will not fit wider things like small bags/purses. So your only choice for front storage is the glovebox or the backseat, which is not the most convenient for the driver.
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ArthurBenetton
It's a nice car, as it was when it came out in 2015. Virtually every car in Audi's lineup badly needs a complete redesign. It's just weird - the A4 and A6 were market leaders, and while I understand the shift away from sedans, the 3/5 and C/E classes are as strong as ever. Same with the Q7 - this thing is ancient - and even the Q5 too. I'm not talking about obscure models, these are the ones that count, and they are ALL dated. The only thing left is a strange assortment of confusing e-tron models, which also aren't competitive! Isn't VW the largest car company in the world It seems weird that the short budgets are so tangible to consumers.
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It's a nice car, as it was when it came out in 2015. Virtually every car in Audi's lineup badly needs a complete redesign. It's just weird - the A4 and A6 were market leaders, and while I understand the shift away from sedans, the 3/5 and C/E classes are as strong as ever. Same with the Q7 - this thing is ancient - and even the Q5 too. I'm not talking about obscure models, these are the ones that count, and they are ALL dated. The only thing left is a strange assortment of confusing e-tron models, which also aren't competitive! Isn't VW the largest car company in the world It seems weird that the short budgets are so tangible to consumers.
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billshoe22191
I kind of feel bad for Audi because VAG has so many brands that overlap with one another, Audi is always the brand that can’t have character because they fear they would be stepping on one of their other brands toes. There interiors are incredibly drab and dull. There’s so much potential with vehicles like the Q5 and Q7 but instead are held back in utter dullness. There is nothing wrong with them, but there is nothing great about them either. That is the Audi brand in general. Especially now that everyone uses awd for everything.
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I kind of feel bad for Audi because VAG has so many brands that overlap with one another, Audi is always the brand that can’t have character because they fear they would be stepping on one of their other brands toes. There interiors are incredibly drab and dull. There’s so much potential with vehicles like the Q5 and Q7 but instead are held back in utter dullness. There is nothing wrong with them, but there is nothing great about them either. That is the Audi brand in general. Especially now that everyone uses awd for everything.
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alex_on_autos
What I love about your intro is that it gets straight to the point why the Audi Q7 is older and cheaper than the BMW X7, but also why the german luxury brands no longer consider japanese and korean luxury from Lexus, Acura, Infiniti, Mazda, and Genesis viable competition. For the most part, Audi’s Quattro Q7 pricing almost ignores Acura’s SH-AWD MDX Type S and Mazda’s CX90 Turbo existence.
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What I love about your intro is that it gets straight to the point why the Audi Q7 is older and cheaper than the BMW X7, but also why the german luxury brands no longer consider japanese and korean luxury from Lexus, Acura, Infiniti, Mazda, and Genesis viable competition. For the most part, Audi’s Quattro Q7 pricing almost ignores Acura’s SH-AWD MDX Type S and Mazda’s CX90 Turbo existence.
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Bestfriend-650
My friend just sold his new Q7 at a 20k loss due to constant issues and bought a TX. As a person who owns two Benz cars, I would say at this point Japanese brands are much compelling than Germans. They have all of the moderns features and then some with great reliability.
Once I am ready to buy a new car, I am just going to buy a lexus. Scratched enough of my German Itch.
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My friend just sold his new Q7 at a 20k loss due to constant issues and bought a TX. As a person who owns two Benz cars, I would say at this point Japanese brands are much compelling than Germans. They have all of the moderns features and then some with great reliability.
Once I am ready to buy a new car, I am just going to buy a lexus. Scratched enough of my German Itch.
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adriancooper78
We got a Q7 fir about a week as a loaneras they worked on our Q3.
It's a real nice ride BUT, the 3rd row in the Q7 is cramped, Audi has to make a larger more comfortable 3rd row vehicle like a Q9; And fake exhaust tips. COME ON AUDI, COME ON!
For a family of 5 it's good, and Alex that 3rd row space do not make this car perfect.
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We got a Q7 fir about a week as a loaneras they worked on our Q3.
It's a real nice ride BUT, the 3rd row in the Q7 is cramped, Audi has to make a larger more comfortable 3rd row vehicle like a Q9; And fake exhaust tips. COME ON AUDI, COME ON!
For a family of 5 it's good, and Alex that 3rd row space do not make this car perfect.
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threeohnine
I have a 2017 with the supercharged 6 cylinder (different than the twin turbo 6 in the current iteration. I absolutely love it, except for the oil consumption. The seats are fantastic, the engine responsive, and the materials durable. It’s perhaps not as premium as the x7 or GLS but it’s significantly cheaper. Big fan.
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I have a 2017 with the supercharged 6 cylinder (different than the twin turbo 6 in the current iteration. I absolutely love it, except for the oil consumption. The seats are fantastic, the engine responsive, and the materials durable. It’s perhaps not as premium as the x7 or GLS but it’s significantly cheaper. Big fan.
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kyled7207
Alex, I’m curious, why you didn’t compare this to the Grand Cherokee L. As an owner of a Summit Reserve trim with a V8, I chose it over the Q7, X7, and GLS. I love the tech, the ride, and capability. Granted it doesn’t handle like an X7 or even the Q7 but it’s very very comfortable.
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Alex, I’m curious, why you didn’t compare this to the Grand Cherokee L. As an owner of a Summit Reserve trim with a V8, I chose it over the Q7, X7, and GLS. I love the tech, the ride, and capability. Granted it doesn’t handle like an X7 or even the Q7 but it’s very very comfortable.
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nicholas6789
VW is still in the process of paying off billions in fines for the dieselgate scandal therefore I am not surprised by the aging product line. God only knows what cost cutting is going on underneath all their current products.
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VW is still in the process of paying off billions in fines for the dieselgate scandal therefore I am not surprised by the aging product line. God only knows what cost cutting is going on underneath all their current products.
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G-Rated
Germans suffer from large SUVs with cramped and tight interiors. I’m a bit claustrophobic and I couldn’t even imagine spending just 10 minutes in that third row trapped behind the second row bench right up against my knees.
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Germans suffer from large SUVs with cramped and tight interiors. I’m a bit claustrophobic and I couldn’t even imagine spending just 10 minutes in that third row trapped behind the second row bench right up against my knees.
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bfish9700
I was out on the MDX until they recently decided to give it a touchscreen. I have always liked Audis but I get to does this justify the price increase over Palisade calligraphy
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I was out on the MDX until they recently decided to give it a touchscreen. I have always liked Audis but I get to does this justify the price increase over Palisade calligraphy
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damilolaakanni
Audi has a PHEV version of this outside of North America, i wonder why you haven't gotten it yet. Especially considering that the smaller Q5 has a PHEV option.
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Audi has a PHEV version of this outside of North America, i wonder why you haven't gotten it yet. Especially considering that the smaller Q5 has a PHEV option.
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krzysztofcwik5347
Make next one piano black free, 3rd row gls roomy, phev powered with 7 seperate seats with manual childseat tilt and no air ride option for big family use
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Make next one piano black free, 3rd row gls roomy, phev powered with 7 seperate seats with manual childseat tilt and no air ride option for big family use
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scooks71
Question Alex, Does the Aviator not stack up well against this and the MDX Rear wheel drive, available 400hp twin turbo V6, and right around the same price range.
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Question Alex, Does the Aviator not stack up well against this and the MDX Rear wheel drive, available 400hp twin turbo V6, and right around the same price range.
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jtomtl
Just don’t damage those fancy lights, ridiculously expensive to fix, the lights are worth more than the engine, you buy a Audi for the headlights and taillights
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Just don’t damage those fancy lights, ridiculously expensive to fix, the lights are worth more than the engine, you buy a Audi for the headlights and taillights
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orig_gee_man
14: 51 Audi and Marlene Dietrich. interesting choice that's for sure.
I guess das ist sehr schoon and goes well with this German car.
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14: 51 Audi and Marlene Dietrich. interesting choice that's for sure.
I guess das ist sehr schoon and goes well with this German car.
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