2008 Audi Q7 Consumer Reviews

Disappointed

Written by: disappointed on 12/09/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi Q7 4.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Love the car except the electronics. Console buttons shorted out from windex used to clean off finger prints. Really bad design as the buttons are not sealed and will short out with only a couple of drops. Audi will not stand behind. Cost $1000 to replace in the first 6 months. Afraid to use the cup holders that are located above the elect. 2 drops and another $1000. pule the hassle. Want my Range Rover back.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Fix the electronics. They should be sealed and protected from moisture better.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Great machine, but not options

Written by: Lesio on 10/15/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi Q7 4.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I have Q7 Premium S-line 4.2, absolutely great, fun to drive. But, it would not be so great without all features. In my opinion adaptive air suspension is a must, adaptive cruise control is fun, great help, but be careful, it provides safety, but stay alert, in critical situations you need to take over. Parking sensors is also a must with such relatively large vehicle. The line assist possible saved me already from couple of dangerous situations and side assist also, although it takes some effort to learn to look at it. A lot of features and after 5 months I am still discovering how to use them in concert effectively. Tested BMW X5 (too small) and Merc. GL550, did not like the controls

Favorite Features

Adaptive air suspension. Adaptive cruise control.

Suggested Improvements

Adaptive cruise control to hold the brakes after stopping until driver action. Option to have blue, instead of red control lettering displays.

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Disappointed

Written by: Stephanie on 09/05/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi Q7 3.6 quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

My husband purchased this car for me and traded in our A4 cab for it. I loved it at first. Then a month into ownership, the trunk latch broke. It wouldn't close all the way so I had to drive the hour away to the nearest dealership (twice) to get it fixed. 2 weeks ago, my MMI system stopped working and it was stuck to only play CDs. I took it in today and was told you're out of luck because you spilled something on it. Had I known this was such a common problem, I wouldn't have bought this car. Now I have to shell out the money out of pocket to replace the MMI system. After reading a bunch of reviews, it seems to be an extremely common problem.

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9 out 11 people found this review helpful

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Great fun machine in mountains

Written by: balloonman on 09/01/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi Q7 3.6 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Drove 4700 miles from Ohio to Wyoming and Montana, thru Chief Joseph highway and Beartooth pass. Typtronic tranmission was spectacular in moving through the passes, hair-pin turns and altitudes over 11000 ft. Six passengers very comfortable. Gas mileage acceptable and with hi speed western states 75mph limits a real dream to drive. Rear camera very helpful in parallel parking and in exiting parking lots. The water bottle storage in the doors was easy access and convienent. Air conditioning throughout the whole car was effictive. Access to rear seats challenging but once seated, very comfortable. Great car for a great trip.

Favorite Features

Dynamic look. Stable at high speeds. Water bottle storage in doors a great idea. Sirius radio great on long trip without any local stations around.

Suggested Improvements

Outside left side rear view mirror in the way for left turns especially for smaller drivers.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Car Seat in the Center Rear

Written by: LA Mom on 08/30/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi Q7 3.6 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I love the car but am so disappointed that with a Britax diplomat infant rear-facing seat (one of the smallet, most narrow on the market) installed in the center position (the safest), I can only use one of the two adjacent seats. The other is unusable because you cannot access the seat belt buckle! Even in my old A6 wagon this was not a problem. Further, with a carseat in the center location, it is impossible to move the seats forward to access the third row. You can move the carseat to the left or right but then your two rear passengers (imagine grandma and grandpa) are squished together and the one in the center has a very small seat. This is a silly problem to have in an SUV.

Favorite Features

I love everything but the carseat issue. I suggest you try your carseat(s) before you buy this car.

Suggested Improvements

Center seat too narrow and please fix the seatbelt buckle configuration so that a carseat can sit in the center and you can still access both seatbelt buckles for the adjacent seats.

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Finally! No More Minivan!

Written by: Brent on 07/21/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi Q7 3.6 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

OK. Here we go. How do we make the case to not lease our fourth minivan in over ten years? Currently three children 10, 7 and 5. Get the whole family in the van and go visit the Q7. You won't regret it I promise. I know we need all that space and cupholders, but still just go check it out...you deserve it! Maybe, just maybe, the kids can sacrifice a little for mom and dad. Afterall, this vehicle has everything you need to survive as a family of five and it performs, looks and rides like no minivan I've ever owned in the the last ten years. I drive a BMW 5 series so this is for my wife. But, this vehicle alone has made me consider an Audi for myself.

Favorite Features

I have to say the back up camera, panorama sunroof, mmi system, third row seat comfort and those 20" wheels with all season tires for all year beauty.

Suggested Improvements

Once you do as much research as I have to find a minivan replacement, the joy I feel owning the Q7 can't be improved upon.

11 out 15 people found this review helpful

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Dream come true

Written by: leshek on 06/07/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi Q7 4.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Shopped for while... Mercedes, BMW... test drove all. All great but Q7 won. Special ordered, S-line, adaptive cruse and adaptive suspension together was worth waiting for. Love line assist and parking assist system. Bought 16GB USB drive and have all my favorite music at my steering wheel controls.

Favorite Features

Adaptive cruise control, adaptive air suspension, MMI with USB connection.

Suggested Improvements

Parking assist cuold turn on automatically. Adaptive cruise could stay on after full stop.

9 out 10 people found this review helpful

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SUVs aren't dead

Written by: Left Main on 06/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi Q7 3.6 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Purchased this vehicle for my wife because of increased need for space but without the minivan appearance. It has been a pleasure to drive with good handling (minimal body roll) and reasonable acceleration for the class of car. (I drive an RS4 and still enjoy the Q7). The ride can be rough, however, especially at lower speeds -- some likely related to 20" wheels that were a part of the s-line package. Wish the air suspension was an option on the 3.6 which would likely improve ride quality. Gas mileage is reasonable with the 3.6 (21mpg at 70 mph) given size/wt of vehicle. I'm willing to take 5-7 mpg hit over a minivan for the sportier ride and appearance.

Favorite Features

Nice exterior appearance with s-line (especially 20" five spoke wheels which a very easy to clean). The car is unique appearing vehicle. Interior layout and space. MMI and quality of Bose surround sound. Panorama sunroof. Steering wheel mounted controls

Suggested Improvements

Offer air suspension with 3.6 to hopefully improve low speed ride quality. Offer tan/silver interior color option with s-line exterior (only black available)

14 out 14 people found this review helpful

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Dream SUV

Written by: Rocker Joe on 05/09/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi Q7 3.6 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Had an 02 and 05 X5 but needed something larger. Now have 3000 miles and no problems. Love the S-Line option but Audi takes 2 points off the residual value for leases which doesn't seem fair when you pay more.

Favorite Features

Roomy, backup camera and parking assist, S-Line appearance, wheels, steering wheel. Large moonroof (option) with shade that still leaves some light come thru. Sharp looking exterior, MMI interface. Blue tooth and steering wheel phone controls

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage (of course), accelator tends to sometimes lag after coasting at low speeds instead of quickly downshifting like it should

3 out 4 people found this review helpful

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What a bargain

Written by: Javier on 04/28/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi Q7 4.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I have had my Q7 4.2 premium s line for about 3 weeks. I just came back from a trip to North Carolina and I am in love. I think that the best feature hands down is the lane assist; it makes everything easier and you always are aware of your surroundings. I have owned an ML, X5, Range Rover, Escalade, 4 runner, Montero, and I don't regret or miss anything from those vehicles.

Favorite Features

Power, brakes, head turner,

Suggested Improvements

Steering wheel should have buttons rather than scrollers, I dont think the rear door should have the tail lights come up with it

4 out 6 people found this review helpful

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