- suv 97,153
- 24,500 fair
- Laredo, TX
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- autoshopper.com
- suv 97,153 silver automatic
2011 audi q7 review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. New engines for big luxury suv. introductionthe audi q7 is a big suv that's big on refinement, comfort and features. The q7 is derived from the same platform as the porsche cayenne and volkswagen touareg, but the q7 rides on a longer wheelbase. The q7 is also longer overall than the other two, and it is the only one to offer three-row seating. There are many other differences. The 2011 q7 is available with two new supercharged 3. 0-liter v6 engines plus a 3. 0-liter tdi turbodiesel v6. All 2011 audi q7s are matched to a new 8-speed automatic transmission for better performance and better fuel economy. (a v8 is no longer offered.) the gas engines are both supercharged 3. 0-liter v6s, the standard unit at 272 horsepower, and the new s line prestige version at 333 hp. The 3. 0-liter diesel delivers 225 hp and 406 pound-feet of torque. The diesel is also the easiest on fuel, and the logical choice for those planning on towing. every audi q7 comes with seven seats and all-wheel drive. Audi has decades of experience with quattro all-wheel drive. Safety features include a blind-spot warning system. the audi q7 competes with other seven-seat luxury suvs, such as the bmw x5, mercedes-benz gl-class, volvo xc90. Options include navigation 2,500) and panorama roof 1,850). the 2011 audi q7 3. 0 tfsi premium plus 51,700) and q7 3. 0 tdi premium plus 56,900) add navigation, park assist with rearview camera, bi-xenon headlamps with led daytime running lights, auto-dimming power-folding mirrors, panorama sunroof, and bose surround sound hd radio. Prestige comes with unique bi-color 20-inch alloy wheels and 275/45r20 all-season tires. the 2011 audi q7 3. 0 prestige s-line 58,900) features a 333-hp version of the supercharged v6. It comes with s-line body trim, 20-inch s-line wheels and 275/45r20 all-season tires. The 2011 q7 3. 0 tdi prestige 62,900) has the same features but with the diesel engine. options include a towing package with 6,600-pound tow rating 550), a cold weather package of heated rear seats and steering wheel 500), rear side airbags 350). safety features on all q7 models include front seat belts with pretensioners and load-limiters, dual front air bags, front side seat-mounted air bags, and side-curtain air bags that span all three rows of seats. A tire-pressure monitor is standard. Rear-seat side torso air bags are optional, as is the blind spot warning system. walkaroundthe audi q7 looks like an audi suv, with lots of curved surfaces, distinctive lights and a big face. The led daytime running lights and turn signals of higher-line models stand out more, and the generic contrast-color lower panels of the base gas models give way to painted panels on the s line gas and all tdi versions. crisp side-view styling with arched fenders and a roofline like a french curve also visually lessen the generous dimensions of the q7. The substantial exterior mirrors and housings are among the largest on a vehicle in this class, handy for towing, not so good for seeing around. Two stylish, full-length metal rails on the roof provide anchor points for accessory crossbars for securing cargo on the roof. Gas and diesel models use different wheel styles, and if we're cleaning we prefer the simpler spokes of the gas model. the q7's rear view is dominated by high-mounted horizontal taillights with led illumination and fiber-optic/led turn signals. The cut line for the tailgate sweeps outward around the taillights to become a styling element of its own. The large hatch is powered. cold weather features include pull-type door handles that are easy to use with gloves, heated windshield washer nozzles, available headlight washers, and wide-sweeping windshield wipers that, when not in use, rest on an area heated by the interior vents in order to prevent freezing. interiorthe audi q7 cabin was designed for flexibility. Styling and ambiance will be familiar to audi owners, efficient without being staid and attractive, not flashy. Leather upholstery and wood trim are both standard, while aluminum inlays are available. the q7 seats seven with the standard third-row seat. (the five-passenger version was dropped when the smaller q5 arrived.) all the rear seats fold flat to expand the cargo artea, up to 72 cubic feet behind the driver. the front bucket seats are superb with power adjustment in most directions. The driver's seat is comfortable and most drivers should find the driving position nearly perfect. Leather covers the tilt/telescoping steering wheel, which features redundant audio controls, and hard plastics are found only where appropriate for scuff resistance and easier cleaning. Getting in and out is easy thanks to large doors and a reasonably low floor. the second-row 40/20/40 split rear bench seat allows cargo and passenger flexibility. For tall third-row passengers consider the lincoln navigator, ford expedition or land rover lr2, or any passenger midi-van. gauges are clear and bright with an information display between the speedometer and tachometer which cycles through several menus via buttons on the steering wheel. Redundant navigation messages are also communicated through this display, even when the dashboard screen displays something else, a useful feature. The stalk-mounted cruise controls and the switches for the wipers and lights have a supple, expensive feel. the multi-media interface (mmi) that handles many functions is on its third generation. And perhaps most significantly, it delivers an impactful 3-d navigation map display, thanks to a powerful new nvidia automotive graphics-processing chip. The system also delivers real-time sirius traffic reporting (only as accurate as the satellite feed…we sat still on 'green' interstates) and features voice-activated destination-input control. Voice inputs such as, i'm hungry, i need gas and i need coffee will automatically direct the driver to the nearest location where the driver's needs can be satisfied. While designed to reduce the amount of buttons on the dashboard while adding even more features, the downside of this mmi is that it adds layers of complexity, requiring time and practice to operate smoothly. The system features a central control dial and some 15 buttons to control the climate, audio, phone, and navigation systems, as well as relevant vehicle system information. The controls are situated on the horizontal surface behind the shift knob. In addition to the added complexity, using the mmi often requires a longer look away from the road. stereo choices for the q7 include a 180-watt am/fm/cd unit with eleven speakers, a 270-watt, seven-channel 14-speaker. Bucket Seats✔ Power Windows✔ Power Mirrors✔ Tachometer✔ AM/FM✔ Climate Control✔ Navigation System✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Cruise Control✔ Alloy Wheels
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