2011 Audi Q7 3.0T S Line Prestige Review - The Most Technologically Advanced SUV for its time?

Review #3
This time I'm looking back at the 2011 Audi Q7 and I'm reviewing the basics and going over some advanced features on what makes this car special along with performance testing.
#audiq7
#prestige
Here is my 2017 Q7 Review- • 2018 Audi Q7 3.0T Prem...

[@jazzyjoe1848]

No unnecessary driver distractions all modern cars suffer from. A terrific looking car; much nicer than the new gen.

[@TheGardenOfLife]

This is the best review of a car I have ever seen, very thorough, thank you for that

[@greenvilleiftodi3911]

@Shepard Kairo ?

[@adamtorres5010]

We just got a 2015 Q7 and waiting for delivery. I've seen many videos on the Q7 but my dude... This answered all our questions, you made it seem like a conversation less than a review. Perfect! Thank you brother!

[@BuDDa100]

Such a beautiful car, I would always have this model over the new one.

[@luvtiti]

Tottaly agree.

[@eddyharden]

I have for sale for 23,000$

[@bh6360]

I have this exact year and model.Got it back in Jan.2015 and still lovin it.

[@snoborser3057]

I've seen a plenty of reviews on q7 and yours is by far the very best of them! Thank you very much!

[@eddiemcars]

Борис Снопов you’re welcome! I’m glad you liked it!

[@zecomafia1957]

By farrrr theee best q7 review...👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

[@adamcarpenter8355]

Great review of an exceptional vehicle. I own this exact car in Silver. 5 years and 90K miles of of trouble free ownership and imo looks decidedly better than the new body style. Best car I’ve owned.

[@eddiemcars]

They really need to make a S Line Q7 of the new body style. Right now there’s SQ7 or the normal one. Nothing in between.

[@ihamptonii]

Excellent video. I especially enjoyed the luggage/cargo visual! Your demonstration really showed what the cargo volume means in terms of what the Q7 can hold/haul. THUMBS UP!!

[@RunnerWil]

Very thorough review, hit everything I wanted to know that was missing in others thank you.

[@the360lifeshow]

My man! Please review more! The most comprehensive no bs review hats off.

[@SSlava21]

Absolutely amazing review! Great work, probably the best review I had seen of a car online.

[@ericaerica2799]

You did such a great job. I'm debating on purchasing this vehicle and I always come to youtube to look at a few reviews. You didnt leave out anything and I appreciate that. Great job

[@brianrrr]

One of the most comprehensive videos I’ve seen on this car. Great job.

[@parkecorepersonaltrainingp2601]

A wonderful review the best I have seen. I’m thinking of one of these to help my mum as it’s easy for her to get into. Well done man.

[@mr9zeros]

Awesome video! Very detailed and informative. Thank you for this!

[@MYSTIQUE2002]

Enjoyed this review. Comprehensive and very detailed. Thank you for the information!

[@negroperreo88]

What I loved the most was the test of the suitcases and the TV. It helps a lot to have a reference of the dimensions. Thanks!!

[@87Bertha]

Amazing review and the best one I've seen on for the Q7. Going to look at a 2011 Q7 tdi tomorrow. Has all same features which you covered! Thank you.

[@eddiemcars]

Eric L Thank you! Good luck on your search!

[@Martin-jb9dy]

180 subs? For this quality? Man u deserve much more! Great review, keep it up. Your new fan from Slovakia

[@mikailmikail8788]

8k now😂 Almost 9k

[@rockysalim3931]

we bought a 2011 TDI Prestige recently. You video is really useful for learning about all the features. Thanks! -rocky

[@tavy7200]

Hello, do you still have your car? I looking to buy one Q7 2011 it's reliable? Thanks for your answer

[@talgatjumayev7768]

very detailed review! thank you man!

[@conniekopf8289]

Thank you for such an in-depth video review! Best review video I’ve seen.

[@minimal2224]

Thank you so much for this review bro! This is the only in-depth review of an older model I could find. Im about to purchase a 2011 Q7 S-Line. Beautiful well kept car man!

[@qasimrehman6151]

well i would say ... still a bit ahead of the time even in 2019

[@giurgindemilan]

Qasim Rehman maybe for the rear lights switching when opening the tailgate

[@We__Lit]

2023 and this car is still very impressive to me. Plan on purchasing one someday as a daily/work vehicle Great review!

[@valentynfrunza6159]

The best Q7 review, great job

[@DenimSuitPhoto]

awesome and very thorough review!

[@TSUNKUU]

WOW awesome review!!

[@chargertrg69]

The best review ever in this suv

[@nicholasbabeaux2052]

This is such a beautiful car, and this generation, the first generation Q7 looks Way better than second generation, it still looks modern today. And this is one of the nicest ones, I’ve seen love the color combination, Bang and Olufsen, and the 21 inch rims look straight off an R8 similar design…

[@swizzler68]

Very thorough review! Really like the colour scheme of your Q7. May buy a used 2013 version as my next car.

[@eddiemcars]

Thank you! 2013 is a great year! Updated MMI and optional 3G hotspot.

[@kool2go468]

I enjoyed watching this video and you did an awesome job.

[@KJ-tj3mz]

I have the 08 q7 S line with turbo D motor. So so happy with it. Looks tuff as, classy, super comfortable and lots of power

[@BobbyRushingJr]

Nice review. Thanks!! I’m looking for a ‘14-‘15 TDI myself.

[@manmeetkhuddian9325]

Great review 👍

[@dcrz]

Love your content so much that I’m watching on the tv while watching another video on my iPhone while eating. I’m also a lil stoned so that’s probably why.

[@user-dr7xs2kr3r]

Thank you very much for all the info was very very helpful

[@alex2204veles]

Thanks for this great car review.

[@tavy7200]

Very nice review , I happy to listen to you!!!

[@eddiemcars]

Thank you kindly!

[@blertonberisha6160]

Great video.

[@gaganrhal5681]

Very informative just bought 2011 q7 S Line

[@rico4you]

Full review Full Q7 ...sweet!

[@kaibintech]

Great video!

[@haroldmocc9828]

Great job. Abused dealer text me they have 1 available, I wasn't sure since I like the Q5, but your video has made me like the Q7 also. Now I'm going to contact that dealer and let them know I want their 2012 Q7. Thank you very much for this video, very informative. 🤜🤛

[@gilbertsepeda257]

Wow, good job mate

[@rsh2591]

I really appreciate the rare review which was very patient n detailed information u re great Namaste ❤😘💞😍🇮🇳

[@Bw0rldwide]

Comprehensive, thank you! Just got one 😊

[@chariftounsi6920]

Gréât review. Thank you!

[@TheYWNK]

Best review in all youtube.

[@deltabravo6613]

Just bought a 2015 premium plus. 1 owner car 44k miles. Black on black. 😍

[@sebastiendube1289]

Only thing, this seem quite big for mainly town car and the other thing is I'm afraid of maintenance/issues. Great job on the description. Sound system seem awesome.

[@eddiemcars]

I was in the same boat but I liked the car so much I looked diligently for one. Look for one that has regular maintenance but not unscheduled stops in the history report. If it has 50k+ miles and clean history more than likely it’s going to be a good car.

[@AdorableUrban]

Amazing review, do you know what is the consumption fuel per 100k?

[@jesselamba6604]

I was on the fence regarding pulling a trigger on a TDI prestige with adaptive air and the B&O upgrade, and thanks to your very detailed review made my choice easy.

[@eddiemcars]

I’m glad my video was able to help you make your decision. You will like it for sure!

[@tavy7200]

@@eddiemcars Hello, I looking to buy one q7 tdi 2011- 2012 this car it's reliable? Thanks

[@eddiemcars]

Tavy I only have to visit the service center once for a faulty wire. Other than that I just did oil changes and other routine maintenance on it.

[@theone77033]

Is yours tdi also? What's the mpg?

[@jesselamba6604]

@@theone77033 I get about 26 to 27 average on the highway (70mph). And about 22 around in the city. 2013 and up get couple extra miles as those have a newer gen TDI.

[@greenvilleiftodi3911]

thx for the tour :)

[@bearintent6918]

Great review! Do you know if the 2012/2013 model has the automatic engine start stop functionality?

[@eddiemcars]

It does not. 2017 was the first year with it.

[@franklynlindsay2728]

It’s a beautiful car I’ve the same exact model as the one in the video but it’s a 2014 .This car was light years ahead of other vehicles

[@lrreid]

Thanks bro. Just put my deposit down on a 2011 audi q7 tdi. Very very helpful review.

[@tavy7200]

Hello, I looking to buy one q7 2011 do you know its reliable? Thanks

[@lrreid]

@@tavy7200 hey, I'm pretty happy with mine. I bought it last year with a 41k miles on it. I put about 15k miles on it, so far. It did have all the Audi maintenance papers with it....so I do take it to Audi for maintenance. It's about $200 for an oil change. It's about $700 for the 55k routine maintenance needed every 50k miles. I replaced the tires at discount tire and paid around $1200, although they do have a less expensive option for tires. My vehicle has 20 inch tires. My audi was $73k new. I paid about $22k. Mine has the B and O sound system, which is a $6300 option and sounds absolutely amazing. So far it has been reliable. I would purchase it again. The draft shaft pulley failed at 49k miles. From research, I believe that issue to be rare. I got it fixed for around $1500. Other than that, it runs and rides beautifully. I'm very satisfied with it. Hope this helps. Good luck with your search.

[@tavy7200]

@@lrreid thanks,I appreciate your review.

[@ProIronfistgamer]

Nice vid do u think a 2012 Audi Q7 55k miles is a good one and will it cost a lot to maintain

[@r12fast4u]

Excellent video, I’m currently looking at a 2015 Q7 TDI Prestige and this video answered all my questions in terms it looks and interior. How has your reliability been?

[@eddiemcars]

Abraham Garcia it’s been pretty reliable. I was nervous going into this car used and with rumors of Audi reliability but its held up well. No major issues.

[@khurram41]

Excellent!! very detailed review, can someone suggest a video explaining how many variants does it come in and what are the differences??? thanks!

[@eddiemcars]

khurram41 I can absolutely do that for you.

[@khurram41]

@@eddiemcarswhen، where, how can I access that video ???

[@eddiemcars]

khurram41 I will create one and send you a link

[@khurram41]

🙂👍

[@omarmccray3282]

I just brought q7 yesterday thanks for the video.

[@tavy7200]

Hello, I looking to buy one q7 2011 do you know its reliable? Thanks

[@omarmccray3282]

@@tavy7200 I have a 2014 it's awesome, I think you will love it also it has lots power it's very fast to be a suv.

[@tavy7200]

@@omarmccray3282 wow congratulations, it's tdi or tfsi 2011?

[@omarmccray3282]

@@tavy7200 I have the Q7 prestige, I think there are 3 version I could be wrong. I didn't want the diesel version so that's why I got the prestige version.

[@tavy7200]

@@omarmccray3282 ok thanks, why you don't want diesel? Thanks

[@Zionfarm]

May I ask what camera were you using? By the way love the content. I am in the market for a 1st Gen Q7, VW Touareg & a Porsche Cayenne. Do you still own the Q7?

[@eddiemcars]

I was using my GoPro Hero 4 on a gimbal! I sold the Q7. I sort of miss it because they don’t make the new ones like the older ones anymore if you know what I mean!

[@mrlv4525]

Thinking about getting this model! Anything I should look out for, the pros and cons

[@eddiemcars]

I would have a mechanic inspect it. Make sure they hook it up to VAGCOM for diagnostics to scan for any hidden codes. There should be no malfunction lights in the dashboard.

[@mrlv4525]

Edward M Cars thank you

[@user-ux7ud3hj1o]

Nice video, i have too AUDI Q7 2011 black prestige 3.0T

[@nealp885]

Nice car! How is the transmission, is it smooth? Is there and jerking at lower speeds?

[@eddiemcars]

It was a very smooth transmission!

[@shakke52]

Truly amazing review! Hope ypu can do the same on the new Q7! We had a 2009 tdi model, wouldve kept it if it was tfsi...

[@Juanhundredand1]

How do you get to the menu for the height adjustment i just bought a 2014 and need a walk through on how to get to that menu

[@eddiemcars]

Juan Jay if you have air suspension you should just press the “CAR” and the menu should be right there. If not then your vehicle doesn’t air suspension. If you’re unsure, open the hatch and check the right lower side inside the trunk. You should see too buttons to raise and lower the back as well.

[@ricardof9394]

I see it has some get up and go when you hit that gas.

[@pavelsafonov1699]

Very nice 👍

[@odanne29]

Best car ever, have a -07 3.6 FSI..

[@JacanaProductions]

Can get one for around $15k now, not too bad if you can find one, heck the 2017s are $30k now too!

[@joshuakerstein9573]

How much did you pay? Test drove a 2011 prestige sline but they wanted 29k with 65k mileage. Seemed a little much What made you choose the 3.0t over the TDI? I'm not buying right away, giving it a year to find the exact car you have but a TDI. I loved the 3.0t as well

[@eddiemcars]

I paid 30k for it back in 2016 with 60,000 miles. I choose the 3.0T over TDI just because of the fact I like to rev engines to redline and the sound of the 3.0t. Diesels are low RPM torque monsters with goal to achieve better fuel mileage and or better towing experience.

[@user-wp5us2ki8z]

Very good car

[@juliagomez-dominguez1785]

How do you know if it’s equipped with the adaptive air suspension ?

[@eddiemcars]

The air suspension models tend to sit a little lower even in normal mode when parked next to on with regular coil springs. When searching online, I look at photos in the back hatch area. There are 2 buttons in the lower right corner, closest to the hatch that is used to raise and lower the rear of vehicle when loading heavy objects.

[@troyramsey]

Nice car!

[@kalimann2766]

Wow, very informative review, but there is one thing l want to find out, that is USB port, please can any let me know, will be much appropriate. Thanks

[@eddiemcars]

It does not have a USB port but a standard 32 pin iPod connector. I ended up buying a Bluetooth adapter so I could stream music. I believe the 2013+ models have a USB.

[@runekingrob8891]

I plan to get one i just really want to know if its reliable cause I don't to replace for atleast 3 to 5 years

[@eddiemcars]

I think it’s reliable. Like most German cars, they burn a little oil but that’s it.

[@WBCStudio.]

I think I'll go with the 2011 Q7, it has all I need and it's cheaper.

[@elvismen]

Edward, i know the video is old, you still have the car ? do you sell it?

[@eddiemcars]

No, I did sell it.

[@rayd408]

How is the reliability and maintenance on your Audi Q7? I’m really looking to get one. I wonder why they are so cheap under 25k for a 2013-2014.

[@eddiemcars]

Maintenance was about once a year or 10,000 miles and cost anywhere from $200-$400. Do your research and check reliability history. Some can be problematic but most of the time they are good car. I had one problem with backup camera going out intermittently.

[@rayd408]

Edward M Cars thanks for the respond!

[@Wisdumbb]

Im in the market for a used luxury suv since it seems like nearly 80-90% of cars that aren’t European don’t come with all the bells and whistles. What brands would you highly recommend for bang for buck? Any hidden gems?

[@muttayab619]

yeah it is

[@sahilrahim2460]

brooo this is car has so many technology in 2011 lowering and rising for loading the trunk feature came out new for some cars from 2017

[@eddiemcars]

I agree. The fact it can lower itself at highway speeds. FCW and advanced blind spot monitor and adaptive cruise control back then too!

[@James10864]

Do you have a link for the small pulley and tune?

[@eddiemcars]

I would personally choose GIAC Tune and pulley upgrade. It would be better to go to their website and locate your closest authorized dealer. www.giacusa.com

[@James10864]

@@eddiemcars thanks a lot

[@chargertrg69]

What kind sound sistem you installed

[@eddiemcars]

It's the the optional Bang & Olufsen sound system

[@Pavel71442]

Очень классный автомобиль ! Прямо совершенен во всём ! Хочу иметь такой !

[@christopherhiggins8238]

I have been researching a used Q7 diesel for towing a small camper. Evidently I can't tow with my V10 S6..... There are no tow hitches made for it.

[@eddiemcars]

You’ll be surprised at how much the Q7 can tow!

[@gsingh5617]

Was this air suspension specific to American/European markets only?..

[@eddiemcars]

I think it depends on the options. I’m not too sure about other cars around the world.

[@giurgindemilan]

Can the passengers in the third row push the second row forward a bit (for extra leg room)?

[@eddiemcars]

GG yes, the second row seat can slide forward to give the 3rd row passengers row leg room. There isn’t a way to access that from the 3rd row.

[@normmillender9238]

Is that a factory installed hitch or aftermarket???

[@eddiemcars]

norm millender it’s a factory installed hitch.

[@nirmal6632]

Does the Q7 supercharged come in V6 or V8

[@eddiemcars]

The earlier models between 2007-2010 were offered in a naturally aspirated 3.6 V6 with 280 hp, Turbo Diesel V6 225hp and naturally aspirated 4.2 V8 with 350. From 2011-2015 the V8 and V6 were replaced with two 3.0 supercharged engines. One producing 272 hp and the other which replaced the V8 is 333hp. Even though the horsepower is lower they produce more low end torque than the predecessor. 2017+ Q7’s. Dropped the diesel version for US. The only power train offered is the carryover supercharged 333hp V6 and a 2.0 4 cylinder turbo making 252hp.

[@hookah-]

wat you will recommend tfsi or tdi 3.0 both ??? q7 audi

[@eddiemcars]

TFSI for sure! Never had the diesel but they do offer 600 miles on one tank of fuel.

[@guyfas2226]

Great video! Beautiful vehicle! Looking to purchase a 2011 Audi Q7 or a Lexus RX350. I've heard in regards to motor longevity and auto repairs Lexus is much better. What are your thoughts.

[@eddiemcars]

Thank you! I think well maintained, it's a good car. You'll pay about 10% more for maintenance over the Audi but the driving dynamics are superior to the RX350.

[@MrStroller4u]

Looking for the same car but TDi

[@eddiemcars]

You will love it if you could find one!

[@elainecury2862]

Good Vídeo

[@eddiemcars]

Thanks!

[@MrAloux]

Whats the Fuel consumption in real conditions. ?

[@eddiemcars]

Alouxander I was averaging around 18mpg with driving on highway with stop and go traffic and city driving. Highway, I averaged around 23mpg cruising at 80mph

[@MrAloux]

@@eddiemcars Thats 12-13lt/100khm? Its good for a tank like this :P

[@tonytonez5561]

How reliable is it looking at 1

[@eddiemcars]

I liked mine. My only problem was a bad ground wire.

[@greenvilleiftodi3911]

i will show my dad to buy q7 2011 and i will hsow him the vid

[@WATSONLF]

How many miles are on it ?

[@eddiemcars]

It had around 100k when I sold it.

[@andyfogs6821]

Is this car worth buying