8.1
2023 Audi SQ7 TFSI review
The Audi SQ7 is getting long in the tooth, but its sonorous petrol V8 means it still has something to offer in 2023.
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Scott Collie
Audi SQ7 vs Porsche Macan Comparison
Audi SQ7
Porsche Macan
2024 Audi
SQ7
vs
2024 Porsche
Macan
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.
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8.1
7.8
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Based on the Audi SQ7 4.0 TFSI QUATTRO
Based on the Porsche Macan T
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
FunFuel Efficiency
85L
646 to 1029 km
75L
698 to 773 km
Warranty
3 year - 5 year
warranty
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3 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
$162,377 - $174,815
$93,800 - $141,700
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Who doesn't love a V8
- Impressive interior technology
- Solid space in second row
Misses
- Third row tight alongside newer rivals
- It's a thirsty ol' bus
- Feeling its age in places
James Wong
Production Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Focused, engaging feel behind the wheel
- Pretty competitive pricing, decent inclusions
- 2.0L engine offers plenty of performance
Misses
- Ticking options can still get pricey
- Lacking assistance tech as standard
- Tight back seat and boot for the segment
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Black Style Pack (+$1,450)
- Dynamic Pack (+$10,900)
- Exclusive Paint (+$7,600)
- Inlays - Carbon (+$1,950)
- Massage Seats Front (+$1,050)
- Alloy Wheels Special 20 Inch (+$5,400)
- Alloy Wheels Special 21 Inch (+$7,630)
- Cabin Air Ionisation (+$630)
- Coloured Seat Belts (+$1,050)
- Carbon Side Blades (+$2,800)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ, TWIN TURBO CDI | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 3956 - 3996 | 1984 - 2894 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 4.0L | 2.0L, 2.9L | |
| Induction | ||
| TWIN TURBO V8 | TURBO 4, TWIN TURBO V6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 | 16 - 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 320kW - 373kW | 195kW - 324kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 3750 - 5500 | 5000 - 5700 | |
| Torque | ||
| 770Nm - 900Nm | 400Nm - 550Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1250 - 2000 | 1800 - 1900 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.1 - 16 | 9.6 - 11.2 | |
