The 2025 Audi SQ7 Is A Hot Rodded Bi-Turbo V8 Family Hauler With Sleeper Vibes

[@HiiImChris]

The funny thing is that once this gets updated people are going to say they miss the simplicity and style of this one. Its impossible to win lmao

[@krane15]

"I like the previous style better."

[@elliottmanning4116]

Typical for most of us car enthusiasts. We never like the new version of anything.

[@fz634]

There’s a way to update them without straying away too far from their signature styling. The did it with the Q8 and the A3. Acura has also achieved redesign without going crazy like BMW

[@wg5331]

It depends on how they style it. The problem is the car currently has no character. It’s very bland.

[@digital_0630]

@@HiiImChris that depends on how the new model looks.. plus, it’s subjective.

[@VK184]

I have a two year old SQ7 Prestige, and must say the overall package and performance still puts this at the top of my list if i were buying new today. We owned the Q7 before prior, and though it was nice, the SQ7 is absolutely a different annimal.

[@milankafka3273]

To comment on the side of the seat wearing out. Our 17 prestige with comfort seats did show lines since day one as well but no change in 8 years. Extremely comfortable seats. Great review, thanks

[@DreaminRides]

Thanks for bringing up squeaks and rattles!! No car reviewer ever brings that up! Appreciate that insight! And to add to your conversation about the MLB-evo platform, we have a 2022 Cayenne (base) that is optioned very nicely with the upgraded leather, Alcantara headliner, heated and cooled front/rear seats, the sport design package and some other needed options. Anyways, the car has about 20k miles and has developed some very annoying rattles. One is coming from the headliner where the retractable sunshade motor is, the other is the clock on the dash (that was day 1 driving it off the lot!), one of the Bose speakers in the dash hums/vibrates going over rough road (make sure you get CONTINENTAL tires instead of the Pirelli - you'll thank me later!), and the last is above the glove box (I assume where the black plastic trim meets the leather). One last issue is the engine has a weird "misfire" when is starts up after being on and driven around for about 15 minutes. It is quite an odd problem to explain, but it almost feels as if the engine is going to "bog" down and just stall. The power is also lackluster for a car this size and could use a bit more. And yes we did bring it into the dealer and they were unable to "replicate" the problems we are experiencing, which is a shame, but that's why people trade out their cars every 2-4 years - that's when the problems start (or get worse) lol! Otherwise, the car is great. Would we get another? Probably not unless it has the V8. We never did test drive the Audi because of the exterior styling wasn't "fun" enough for us. Maybe time for a different brand!

[@GotronFerret]

Agreed! Especially for pricey luxury brands. The creaking due to cheap plastics has gotten out of control over the years. It actually seems to get worse with higher end trims. BMW and Mercedes are some of the worst.

[@toohoney8674]

Great review. You keep getting better

[@carguyeyedoc]

As a BMW fanboy I gotta say this is a great vehicle, and does not deserve the hate it’s getting. Only faults I can think of are the abysmal storage up front, and tall transmission tunnel hump in the second row. Also price, it’s now more expensive than the X5 M60i, and is encroaching well into X7 M60i territory. But that’s really it. It was modern when it came out in 2020, and it’s still modern now.

[@twfinc6855]

problem I had with the X5m60i was the seating position, you sit up on it, in the audi you sit into the seat, the BMW your legs are bent closer to 90 degrees than the Audi you legs are more straight out... more laid back sort of, and the steering in the M60 was very very light, and did not stiffen up in sport modes etc...... Otherwise I liked it, and if you start optioning with real leather instead of the sensofin the price starts jumping, also rear wheel steering and the standard air suspension (audi is standard). Overall the SQ8 I bought was quieter, less road noise, and when you want it sporty it really tightens the steering. overall it is lower roof height, and the SQ7 I drove was pretty much the same as the sq8 but more storage in the back.. yes the center console is very tiny lol

[@carguyeyedoc]

@@twfinc6855 That's a good assessment, I think it mostly comes down to personal preference. I personally love the higher more truck-like seating position in the X5. Also in terms of NVH I'm surprised you found the SQ8 to be quieter. There's a few channels on youtube that measure sound levels at various speeds (car confections being the main one), and the X5 typically beats out the competition. The X5 xdrive40i at 55mph read 49 dB, Rolls Royce quiet, most of the competition were in the 54-57 dB range. Beyond that, I agree with much of what you said.

[@georgeprotopapadakis4752]

Also a BMW fanboy, and I 100% agree with you lol

[@twfinc6855]

@@carguyeyedoc havent seen the DB tests... the SQ8 has double paned glass, its extremely quiet... I found more tire noise with the X5... to me the audi was more sport in sporty mode, and more lux in comfort.. I like the looks of the X5 60i though, the SQ8 is more "plain" I would call it.. looks good but the X5 if I was buying for looks alone would be in my driveway

[@VictorDeveze]

In Mexico, the SQ7 fully loaded up is cheaper than the base X5 M60, how, idk. It’s also cheaper than the base GLE 53.

[@KarlLetcher]

Some people like understated. Not everyone needs their care to scream “look at me!!!”

[@georgeprotopapadakis4752]

I was between a brand new Q7 Prestige 3.0T or a ‘21 Cayenne GTS. This was very compelling, I liked its “stealth wealth” appeal and sleeper vibes, but the Cayenne blew me away. I still admire these when they drive past me!

[@naveenthemachine]

Don’t see why it’s dated It looks great inside and out, its properly luxurious, fast, fun to drive, and loaded with the proper luxury features

[@carguyeyedoc]

I agree. When it came out in 2020 everyone complained about lack of physical buttons and knobs, well look where we are now… at least Audi retains a separate screen designated for climate controls unlike BMW now where everything is in the same screen.

[@moescolla]

Exactly Designed to age gracefully

[@kevij371]

@@carguyeyedoc not sure about the upcoming q7 2025

[@v60polestar88]

I want my SQ to look like a SQ. This thing just blends in with everything on the road

[@richardsimms251]

Great video

[@MMTB2011]

Love my SQ7 , it’s definitely an under the radar cruise missile, I don’t use the 3rd row. It’s more about cargo space for me. The all wheel steering allows it to handle like a smaller car. The black optic and carbon package are a must.

[@twfinc6855]

huge space in the back... I traded my RX500h on a SQ8 which is shorter but still has more room than the lexus for storage.. Its a far better car overall, but also a lot more $$$$$

[@kevij371]

This gen q7 is good but the old q7 was great . Old q7 had 3rd row ac vents and seperate sunroof

[@moescolla]

Turning off traction control while in dynamic normally gets you a better launch on Audi’s

[@Saa42808]

The third row is for people you don't like😂

[@Tbcycoji]

Families usually sit their kids there.

[@zab4646]

Little correction, Audi gave the US and Canada the SQ7 in 2020, but the old version that started in 2016-2019 has the SQ7 variant in europe.

[@wompa70]

If Audi releases an RS Q3 here in the States I’d take out a second mortgage to get one.

[@crunchyblack2224]

Very nice SUV, but it needs a remodel. Make the cargo and 3rd row space larger.

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

For sure! Audi is known for its luxury and performance. The Quattro all-wheel drive system is awesome for handling, and their interiors are super stylish and comfortable. Plus, models like the Audi A4 and Q5 have a mix of tech and elegance.

[@gabepena2689]

Nice car, the only problem with the luxury 3 rows is that for most of them the 3rd row is useless. If your looking useful 3rd row only option really is the Lexus TX

[@naveenthemachine]

@@gabepena2689 no the only option is the Kia telluride Hyundai palisade or Buick enclave The TX is the worst in its class

[@gabepena2689]

@naveenthemachine Those aren't luxury cars, not in the same class... None of those directly compare to the Audi

[@naveenthemachine]

@ you’d be surprised. The top trims can be mistaken for German luxury brands. Every reviewer has compared top trims of those to bmw Mercedes Audi etc The palisade slaughtered the TX in a comparison test

[@slump45]

Any news on when you might get your hands on the all new q5/sq5?

[@Mr.McFlyyy]

Seeing how the Ram Limited with the high output inline 6 in your last video did 0-60 just 0.19 seconds slower than this... I'd say the Audi needs more power lol

[@malikmcintosh7797]

6:23 ohh nice growl exhaust 19:34 oh my god

[@LilDarren1992]

“…for personal u don’t like” lmaoooo

[@thomasbordi8726]

Yes my sister in law has one with the same ware on her Audi s7, she moved up from the Toyota then Lexus now all of them together with very bad leather.!!! She's going to go with me and I hope that the Cadillac will have a lot better leather for my sake!!😅😊

[@Ritchie1]

That grill is horrendous

[@chadmark88]

I'm glad I'm not the ONLY one who sees that . . .

[@carguyeyedoc]

Old one looked better but that’s the trend of literally 90% of new designs these days.

[@chadmark88]

@@carguyeyedoc Very true, which is why I'm not concidering ANY of those 90% !!! The XT6 grill is about the nicest, today.

[@rahimi4762]

And it looks cheap and plasticky

[@chadmark88]

@@rahimi4762 It looks like packing material for inside of a large crate . . .

[@Delvy787]

This interior looks more modern and premium compared to what they are doing with their next gen interiors with the tacked on jumbo screen and budget materials.

[@Zues_007]

Does the line also have engine problems like the Q7? My relative just got told that the engine needs to be replaced and they only have 45k miles on it bought it brand new.

[@NikosKalantasTouKabourdirhTouK]

You offend the hot rods by putting dieselga, eh audi, in the same phrase

[@soiceyboy33]

Sofyan, which vehicles do you review that don’t have a solid sounding thunk when you close the door? Honest question 😂

[@orangesonicc]

The holes in the grill are too big😂

[@esaireyna899]

9:20 Auris Red….Hmmmm!!! Its a vivid hue of red reminds me of red lipstick!!!!💄💄💄

[@DesertbikerAZ]

That looks pretty outdated.

[@XChronicHash]

yeah and the side profile looks so basic

[@bossK78]

Agreed. Basic design. Looks like a VW.

[@JonathanChow180]

Says your ass

[@rahimi4762]

Yes very underwhelming

[@dennylafoss]

I feel like audi in general shoots for that understated look though. It’s just a classic design vs what bmw is doing

[@joesimon1354]

It's absolutely insane that so-called luxury vehicles are such a pain in the ass to operate due to no physical buttons. I can't stand going through the screen for everything.

[@noahcrust2903]

Fr it’s really annoying. I can kinda understand them wanting to clean up the interior but you can integrate buttons in a smart way without having to get rid of them completely

[@jerellh.7816]

I love your videos, but why always the top of the line versions. I think a review of some of the lesser expensive versions which most are actually going to buy would be great

[@michaelhawkins5530]

I believe he underpinnings and engine of this vehicle are the basis of the Lambo Urus. Save about 50% by buying this vehicle instead of the Urus. Anyone buying a used version of any Audi without some type of warranty is asking for financial disaster when engine, air suspension and other systems begin to fail.

[@eddieg6436]

A NEW generation is needed!!! Longer wheelbase, shorter overhangs, etc. This vehicle is a dinosaur!! …….Also need a new Bentayga, new Urus….🤷🏼‍♂️🤷🏼‍♂️🤷🏼‍♂️

[@BocaAtractivo82]

Tire slayer ;) I wish we received the 4M body exterior and interior design Q7 and I would go for it. This new one with too much piano black and screens are a no-no for me.The V6 no emotion?Just do a stage 1 or 2 tune (minimum) OR upgrade to a bigger turbo and tune.... you won't even need this SQ7.

[@MrFabiobilla]

New model around the corner

[@dirkcurritzki9585]

Key: no mild hybrid system

[@jessealba5760]

“As you can see”

[@krane15]

Only those that see what you see know what you're talking about. If you want to expand it beyond that select group, use a time stamp.

[@constantinedimopoulos1110]

Nice ride, but I see no value at that price point, especially when you drive it off the lot and it instantly and exponentially depreciates by half its value in a year.

[@BUZATUAS]

Do an SQ8 next!!!! :)

[@Zues_007]

For god sakes can you please start showing ambient lighting on these cars. PLEASE. PRETTY PLEASE. SUGAR ON TOP PLEASE. YOUR REVIEWS ARE SO GOOD BUT PLEASE START SHOWING AMBIENT LIGHTING PLEASE.

[@cchung745]

audi lost my attention with its grille styling going backwards and use of incandescent bulbs at this price point. exhaust sounds good, though.

[@firebomer1]

Where are the incandescent bulbs?

[@anthonyc3453]

“As you can see” x 1,000

[@krane15]

Would like to provide him some alternates?

[@anthonyc3453]

@ None needed, it’s a video, we already see it.

[@anthonyc3453]

@ It’s superfluous. Just don’t say it.

[@kimnewcom]

Audi q7 looks like a wagon than suv

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

This interior is still perfection. I don't like the cheaper interiors of the new A5 for example, and it really detracts from the overall Audi experience. Too many cheap plastics in that vehicle. This Q7 still adpts that signature Audi design language that we've known for years, and it's perfect the way it is. If this Q7 still existed 10 years later, I'd still think it's better than some of the newer Audis in terms of design and interior. Also, yes, there really is no point to do an RS version of a Q7, since this has almost RS levels of power already, I mean 500 HP and 568 lb-ft of torque is no slouch. The SQ7 and SQ8 is plenty fast for anyone.

[@FF-hd3ux]

2025?? Looks like something from 2015

[@SimonGonzalOS]

The first generation of this car looked the beefiest and most modern. This looks more bland than...almost everything now. Sad how Audi just fell off like that outside of the RS7

[@MercOne]

I gotta say that if every car has a really solid sounding thunk when you close the door, it makes that point moot. It just sounds silly now. Not sure why you mention the platform it's built on, it's not like you or anyone here can give any detail about how the door sound relates.

[@cyronader]

For the love of god why are manufacturers so obsessed with touch screens and piano black trims? So sick of it. If this car had physical buttons for climate control and no piano black trim it might be an awesome car.

[@yerocal30]

You might as well get use to it, because it's not changing anytime soon

[@digital_0630]

Straight up looks like it came out of 2012 😂

[@krane15]

Have you seen a Macbook or an iPhone lately?

[@DayTuckErrJoobz]

2012 is around the same time that Hyundai/Kia poached designers from BMW and Audi.

[@duder0597]

incandescent turning signals is unacceptable

[@Tzar1One]

Even a Toyota is not this boring..

[@naveenthemachine]

Wrong. Toyotas are more boring than any other brand

[@twfinc6855]

you have zero clue.. The SQ7 or SQ8 is amazing to drive, fun, and powerful.. There is NO toyota that even comes close to the power or fun. Any Lexus F sport model is also zero Sport.. barely any difference between the most comfortable setting and the Sport modes.. Big difference between comfort and sport in this 500 hp suv.

[@miky702]

@@twfinc6855 I'd say gr86 and supra are more fun but you're mostly right.

[@Atl404sFinest]

This has been the same vehicle for the last 15 years.

[@krane15]

I have news for you, the average life of a platform is 20 years.

[@huntersmillie00]

My dad had an Audi in the 1980's that spent more time in the shop than on the road. Never buy an Audi.

[@jorgetv4799]

AUDI PISSING ME OFF WITH THE Q7 IT SHOULD’VE BEEN REMODELED 😤

[@MrTredd222]

Nag man, they lost a good one when the Audi designer guy left to Kia

[@noahcrust2903]

Very beautiful car, but I’d never own a German car. Their engines are way too over complicated and cost way too much to repair.

[@ks-vq5er]

They should have spent money updating this Q7 instead of useless BEVs. They kept most as is so this already looks so outdated

[@isaac198428]

$90-$116k? 🤬 Overpriced! It looks so old, same design for the past 6 yrs. The interior storage is comical and 3rd row legroom is a joke even for kids. The piano black dashboard and touchscreens are fingerprints and dust magnets. This vehicle is lame and overpriced for what you get. A family suv is supposed to be spacious for a family and all of their cargo. The driver’s seat is already worn out after a handful of journalists sat on it for a few hours so with one year of ownership, it will have rips on the seats. Center console is only good for candy and a vape pen. 😂

[@rahimi4762]

Better off getting a Calligraphy 😂

[@josephsavage9055]

It’s an Audi but it’s still a little long in the tooth 🦷

[@brentmaxey20100]

This suv is just outdated & even with the updated interior, the exterior needs a redesign asap; especially for over $100K

[@Kenyon712]

Ancient.

[@ahmednjidda6182]

Looks old

[@lucasokeefe7935]

Audi SQ7: For the enthusiast that believes motorcycle lane splitting laws aren't just for motorcycles..

[@rakhsiprayogo82]

Compared with BMW X7, Mercedes GLS, Tesla Model X, Toyota Grand Highlander, Nissan Pathfinder, Honda Pilot, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride & Others 7 Seater SUV

[@kevij371]

Q7 competes with bmw x5 , mb gle , genesis gv80 , lexus tx , infiniti qx60 , lincoln aviator , acura mdx , volvo xc90 , cadillac xt6

[@rakhsiprayogo82]

@kevij371 How About X7 & GLS

[@rakhsiprayogo82]

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[@kevij371]

@rakhsiprayogo82 they are way bigger and expensive compared to q7 . Q7's price is similar to x5 and gle

[@rakhsiprayogo82]

@@kevij371 owh

[@v12kingV10]

Destroys the mdx type s

[@bertspro]

It's a weird looking car. The lights look like they were just glued on or something

[@krane15]

Have you looked at BMW or Hyundai lately?

[@Holt0216]

Does anyone else think this is just a boring vehicle? I’d rather be caught in something with more character… dare I say…. A cybertruck?

[@krane15]

I think we don't know what you mean by boring and that you should include at least one solution to what you feel would make it not boring. That way, your criticism can be CONSTRUCTIVE.

[@Holt0216]

@@krane15 criticism ≠ taste

[@dennwilliams3342]

Top that Durango HellKat!!!!

[@naveenthemachine]

@@dennwilliams3342 Durango hellcat is faster

[@JackGlick]

It's either cool or not. Enough with the kinda this kinda that..

[@simplyeric12]

Remove the badge and you have a premium looking Volkswagen. They should have given way more aggressive wheels at the very least!

[@krane15]

Good news, wheel are the easiest thing to upgrade on a car. The dealer can do it (if you don't mind paying full price) and writ it into the loan. In any event, the Touareg is VW version of this platform. It get a V-6 with about 400hp.

[@Foreign84]

Exterior design is basic AF

[@anthonykiedis1765]

This doesn't look bad for a 2014 model year. Oh wait...

[@LetMeCook86]

Outdated for the low, low price $117K !!! 😂

[@morgandrives]

The last of beautiful Audis. RSQ8 looks pretty good, too. But the new redesign of most models, interior and exterior, is cheap and ugly. I will stick with Audis from 2008-2022 as long as there are well-maintained ones out there. Sad, as I am a long-time Audi fan and buyer.

[@L4tinoR4g3]

This thing is hideous.

[@wazgoodjj]

almost 120K? Audi is smoking some good stuff. I'd rather a fully loaded MDX Type S and save a couple of thousand.

[@animeXL]

smh, hard plastic on the lower doors on a $100k vehicle 😂

[@krane15]

All cars have that. Even some ultra premium brands.

[@isimonsez]

Who cares when it’s that part of the door? Are you resting your face on it ??

[@KingKong-]

Blank plastic front facia without Fogs, all screens inside & no physical buttons......means 🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑 for repairs.........

[@oldkid6]

every time i see automobiles that cost this much i can't help but imagine how they usually end up at the end of it's life. this is a super rich garbage toy to lease and throw it to the wolves.

[@aeromotive2]

stop cappin dude this car looks boring af.. the designers are so lazy

[@benitolopez9969]

It’s really a station wagon no more. Ugly and I rented one to see if I could live with one and said Nahh

[@Humanitygracecompassion]

To be honest, it looks boring for $118,000

[@dmack7265]

I thought that the S version had around 580 hp.

[@krane15]

Maybe some do. In most cases, the European version have more hp than those shipped to North America. I know that for a fact with the Golf R which has 320hp US, and 333hp European version.

[@kristians2704]

@@krane15 the SQ7 in Europe also has 500hp

[@TheGodofSEO]

That front is both outdated and ugly all at the same time 🤮

[@isimonsez]

Not sure why piano black haters yap all the time. Do you filthy people not keep your cars clean?? Keep a microfiber cloth and clean it. We have a baby grand piano in our home so we’re used to keeping the shiny black look sleek all the time

[@gerry9306]

Give me a Lexus please

[@naveenthemachine]

Lexus!?😂😂😂😂😆😆😆😆😆🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Lexus is slow vs anything Audi makes

[@carguyeyedoc]

😴

[@gerry9306]

@@naveenthemachine Lexus all day all night! 👍

[@rahimi4762]

@@naveenthemachineand will last 3x as long

[@naveenthemachine]

With its poor build quality cheap materials no it won’t Besides who cares about reliability? No one is gravitating to a bmw or mercedes dealer for reliability Buy a Camry or civic if you want the luxury of reliability

[@joegraziadei7895]

I can do much better for 100k+ auto

[@arunhn]

This thing looks like crap. Cheap plastics everywhere!

[@andrex7736]

I hate the hood.... just too plain looking

[@ramadep13]

trashy glossy and touch screen design - gtfo

[@royalgreenlantern]

They just look so boring. Audi still makes cookie cutter boring interiors and exterior

[@krane15]

All t he shiny plastic on the dash is going to get covered in finger prints and look nasty. @7:07 An incandescent light on an Audi that is touted to be the king of lighting in the automobile industry. Shame on Audi. It looks like it has isofix in the 3rd row so the child seat can be setup there along with a child. That leave the 2nd row to the adults.

[@James-b3y3b]

Audi is looking so bad, I thing Audi peaked at 2015 A7

[@krane15]

They're certainly not what they used to be. I suspect that has more to do with the growth in competition than anything else. The Germans lost a lot of their designer and engineers to the Koreans. That's where all the innovation comes from these days.

[@fz634]

Pretty disappointing.. engine sounds great!!!

[@athanmcg5277]

it's so ugly...

[@TeXasDadBod]

For that price and for a German vehicle if I had a choice I’d get the X7 M60i more HP better tech ,handling more room and reliability. Yes reliability. Audi used to be High Tech motor sports now it’s meh !